Experienced Paint Detailer - Aerospace
About The Position
Epic Aircraft is seeking an Experienced Paint Detailer with color sanding experience to support the final finishing of completed aircraft. This hands-on role focuses on achieving a high-quality, show-level finish through paint correction, color sanding, polishing, and buffing. The work applies detailing and paint-finishing skills to completed aircraft rather than traditional automotive production work. The position may be performed on the day shift, Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., or the afternoon shift, Monday through Thursday from 2:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Starting pay is DOE hourly, with a shift differential for the afternoon shift. The ideal candidate has professional experience in detailing, collision repair, automotive refinishing, restoration, or a comparable hands-on setting. They should be comfortable working with freshly painted surfaces, identifying imperfections, and correcting them using appropriate techniques with minimal supervision. The job involves working in a paint and body shop environment, wearing required PPE, and performing physically demanding work while maintaining quality and safety standards. Epic Aircraft is a manufacturer of high-performance, all-carbon-fiber, single-engine turboprop aircraft based in Bend, Oregon. The company describes its workplace as a hands-on aerospace manufacturing environment with opportunities for training, advancement, and long-term growth.
Requirements
- Professional detailing, collision repair, automotive refinishing, restoration, or comparable hands-on experience.
- Demonstrated experience with color sanding or wet sanding and paint correction.
- Experience cutting and buffing fresh clear coat.
- Ability to identify and correct paint and finish imperfections.
- Strong understanding of sanding techniques, polishing compounds, pads, and finishing processes.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality finishes.
- Ability to work carefully around freshly painted surfaces.
- Comfort working independently with minimal supervision.
- Reliable, self-motivated, and willing to take ownership of assigned work.
- Ability to follow instructions and established quality and safety procedures.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain a clean work environment.
- Positive attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Willingness to learn new skills and grow within the organization.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
- Comfortable working in a paint and body shop environment, including exposure to dust, sanding materials, paint products, and varying temperatures.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including respirators, safety glasses, gloves, and protective clothing.
- Capable of standing, walking, bending, reaching, and performing repetitive motions for extended periods.
- Willingness to perform hands-on, physically demanding work while maintaining high quality and attention to detail.
Responsibilities
- Perform detailed finishing and paint correction on completed aircraft and components.
- Perform color sanding or wet sanding to remove imperfections and achieve a smooth, uniform finish.
- Cut and buff freshly painted surfaces to achieve a high-gloss, professional finish.
- Identify and correct paint defects, including runs, dirt, dust, scratches, orange peel, and other surface imperfections.
- Perform machine and hand polishing using appropriate compounds, pads, and techniques.
- Work safely around fresh paint and clear coat without damaging finished surfaces.
- Inspect surfaces under appropriate lighting to identify imperfections and ensure consistent quality.
- Perform detailed masking and protect surrounding surfaces when required.
- Assist with final detailing and preparation of aircraft prior to delivery.
- Maintain and properly care for polishing machines, sanding equipment, tools, and supplies.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Accurately complete required documentation and follow work instructions.
- Work independently while meeting quality, safety, and schedule expectations.
- Communicate effectively with painters, technicians, and other team members.
- Support occasional overtime to meet project deadlines.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees.
- 50% employer-paid coverage for eligible dependents.
- 401(k) retirement plan with 3% company match.
- Two weeks of paid time off accrued annually.
- Seven paid holidays each year.
- Paid company shutdown between Christmas and New Year's Day.
- Discretionary year-end bonus program.
- Company-provided work shirts.
- Performance-based pay increases.
- Access to the Epic Aircraft Flying Club.
- Ongoing training and advancement opportunities.
- Supportive team environment and company-sponsored events.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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