Painter (Temp-to-Perm)

To perform the cleaning, welding, sheet metal, and painting of engines, and components. This position may work with hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals, as well as products to perform required tasks. This position is considered safety-sensitive in accordance with DOT and FAA regulations and as such, subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA's regulations.
Purpose of Position: To assist in the supervision of department staff and to give directions in the cleaning, welding, sheet metal, and painting of engines, and components. This position may work with hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals, as well as products to perform required tasks. This position is considered safety-sensitive in accordance with DOT and FAA regulations and as such, subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA's regulations.
Cleans aviation parts with PRF680(mineral spirit), glass and plastic bead
Prepares for painting by cleaning, stripping, sanding, or chemically treating if needed
Preps parts (clean, tape, aluminum prep, alodine) for painting
Cures specific parts using oven as necessary
Cleans prep and paint area before, after, and during operations
Adequately cleans paint guns and paint equipment after each use
Properly disposes of excess materials throughout the operation
Works in accordance with applicable FAR's, bulletins, maintenance manuals and acceptable practices
Must be able to perform duties with little or no supervision
Travels as required
Confers with manager/lead to recommend changes such as: equipment utilization, production methods and procedures to increase efficiency of department and promote improvement
Attends all safety and health training, as required, in a timely manner
Works when scheduled and complies with company attendance policy
Works overtime as needed
Observes and practices all safety procedures and personal policies (e.g. Must be able to read and interpret SDS and Technical Data Sheets to safely mix paints in accordance with specifications
Must be able to work with little or no supervision and to take initiative
Must be able to effectively read, write and communicate in English
Must be proficient in specific company software and Microsoft Office Word and Excel
regularly and more, with assistance occasionally
Ability to provide verifications of US citizenship or permanent residency to satisfy ITAR/EAR restrictions
Marginal Functions: (Duties that are likely to be assigned to this person, unless he / she proves unable to perform them after receiving training and / or accommodations that the company judges appropriate).

~ Must be at least 18 years old. High School Diploma or GED required.
One (1) year of aircraft painting experience is required.
Position is considered safety-sensitive in accordance with DOT and FAA regulations and as such, subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA's regulations.
Ability to provide verifications of US citizenship or permanent residency to satisfy ITAR/EAR restrictions.
Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. 10 Paid Holidays

• Medical Plan
• Dental and Vision (company paid benefit for employee coverage)
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability (company-paid benefit)
• Spouse & Child Life coverage options
• Flexible Spending Account (Medical & Dependent Care options)
• Employee Assistance Program (company-paid, includes three free counseling sessions)
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.