Aircraft Painter

GAL AeroStaff • Mobile, AL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is seeking experienced Aircraft Painters to support commercial aircraft painting and finishing operations in Mobile, AL. This position requires strong hands-on experience with aircraft surface preparation, sealant application, and the complete painting process from preparation through final coat and clear coat. Experience in an aircraft production or final assembly environment is preferred.

Requirements

• Demonstrated aircraft sealant application experience required
• Strong knowledge of aircraft surface preparation and painting processes
• Ability to perform sealant application and associated preparation work
• Experience completing paint work from surface preparation through final coat and clear coat
• Experience with aircraft spray equipment and related painting tools
• Knowledge of etching, masking, decals, logos, and finish application
• Ability to work from manlifts, scissor lifts, and other applicable access equipment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experienced aircraft painter with approximately 5 years or more of relevant experience preferred
• Commercial aircraft painting experience strongly preferred
• Aircraft production or final assembly line experience preferred
• Relevant aircraft painting training or qualifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft surfaces through cleaning, sanding, masking, and related preparation processes
• Perform sealant application and associated surface preparation
• Apply primers, base coats, topcoats, and clear coats
• Complete aircraft painting work from initial preparation through final finish
• Perform etching and other required surface-treatment processes
• Apply decals, logos, markings, and design elements as required
• Inspect painted surfaces and correct finish or coating discrepancies
• Operate applicable painting and surface-preparation tools and equipment
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition
• Follow established quality and safety procedures throughout the painting process

Benefits

• Medical benefits after 90 days of employment
• Three paid holidays per year after 90 days of employment: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day
• State-mandated sick leave, where applicable
• Travel pay, when applicable to the assignment
• Per diem split, when applicable to the assignment
• Access to a 401(k) plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED