Aircraft Painter – We Train House Painters! (Full-Time)

IAC PDX – We are hiring!

We are looking for Painters to join our team!

$1,500 - $2,500 Sign-On Bonus

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Starting rate will depend on demonstrated experience $22.00 - $26.80 per hour. Our career progression program offers opportunities for frequent pay increases after training sections are completed.

About Us

International Aerospace Coatings (IAC) is a global leader in aircraft painting and aviation services. At our Portland facility, we're looking for experienced automotive, commercial, and industrial painters who want to learn something new and exciting—painting aircraft.

If you're great with a roller or spray gun, love hands-on work, and want to join a high-growth industry, this could be your next career move.

Job Summary

We’re hiring Aircraft Painters with backgrounds in automotive painting, house painting, industrial painting, or commercial painting. You’ll prep and paint aircraft exteriors using spray equipment, working in a clean, professional facility with training and safety gear provided.

No aviation experience required – we’ll train you!

Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft surfaces by masking, sanding, and cleaning
• Apply paint using Electrostatic paint systems
• Mix and match coatings and finishes
• Follow safety and FAA guidelines
• Work with a team to meet production schedules
• Maintain a clean, organized work area

Qualifications

• 1 years of experience in automotive painting, house painting, commercial painting, or industrial painting
• Experience with rollers, brushes, or spray guns
• Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, or scaffolds
• Detail-oriented and safety-conscious
• Willingness to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Why work for IAC:

• Supportive team to help you obtain your career goals with IAC
• Internal growth opportunities
• Paid on-the-job training with a career progression program designed to produce the world’s best aircraft painters
• PTO starting at 80 hours in a full year worked
• Paid holidays
• Overtime available
• 401K with 4% match, dollar to dollar with the Roth option
• Employee referral program
• Choice of four medical plans including PPO’s and HSA plans starting at $19.39 twice a month
• Company-paid life insurance and employee assistance program
• Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, accidental death, supplemental life, and pet insurance.
• Benefits start the first of the month after 60-days of employment
• Work is conducted inside aircraft hangers, so we are not out in the weather

Benefits

• Full paid training provided
• Competitive hourly pay
• 401k 4% match
• Overtime opportunities
• Shift differentials for evening work
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Stable, long-term employment with career growth potential

Why You Should Apply

• Start a new hands-on career in aviation
• Build in-demand skills in a growing industry
• Use your painting experience in a high-paying trade
• Work with a supportive team in a climate-controlled environment

Apply Today!

Don’t just paint walls—paint jets.
If you’re ready to bring your painting experience to new heights, apply now.

Submit your resume on Indeed or email: careers@iac.aero

Here are some of the things you will learn while being paid:

• The best aviation industry paint prepping practices including preparing surfaces for painting and protecting surfaces and components from chemical erosion during the paint stripping and sanding process. Including sealing and masking surfaces and components to prevent damage.
• Fundamentals of aerospace coating (painting) applications by top aerospace painters.
• Application of livery markings (paint design).
• Equipment operation, such as boom-lifts.
• The basic safety protocol for working on/around aircraft.
• Learn to properly use and disposal of chemicals and materials according to OSHA regulations.

You do need to pass a background check and drug test prior to employment!

IAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $26.80 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $27