What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apprentice Aircraft Painter - Paid Training position at International Aerospace Coatings, Inc.?
International Aerospace Coatings (IAC) is the world’s leading aviation specialist painting company. We work with international airlines, private operators, and aviation leasing companies across the globe to provide tailor made aircraft painting, interior refurbishment and graphic solutions that ensure regulatory compliance globally.
This is an exciting 26-week paid training program where you will learn the skills to become an apprentice aircraft painter. The program will consist of a mix of classroom and hands on training. You don’t need any experience just a willingness to work hard and learn the process.
Watch time-lapsed videos of aircraft being painted at www.iac.aero
Hourly pay rate: Up to $15.50 per hour to start, estimated $34,000 annually first year.
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 from the liquid paint stripper. Physically sanding paint without removing the metal structure of the aircraft according to FAA regulations.
- Fundamentals of aerospace coating (painting) applications by top aerospace painters
- Application of livery markings (paint design)
- Equipment operation
- The basic safety protocol for working on/around aircraft.
- Learn to properly use and disposal of chemicals and materials according to OSHA, Cal-OSHA, and the Mojave Air Resources Board requirements.
Aircraft you will work on:
United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, and many more
Reasons you will love working for IAC:
- Career development: Many of our entry-level employees become advanced aircraft painters by following our career progression packet. Our employees can learn at their own speed. There are also opportunities to advance into supportive positions such as quality control, mechanics, leads and management. How far our employees go is up to them!
- Earn while you learn: IAC training is provided on-the-clock.
- Work inside: Our work is conducted within airplane hangars.
- Benefits: Our employee enjoy a wide range of benefits including a choice from three medical plan options with a low employee cost starting at $15.49 twice monthly, free life insurance, and 401(k) Roth or Traditional with 4% match.
To be considered please submit a resume and complete the five-minute questionnaire at: https://mitapplicant.merchantsinfo.com/vjyht2x29
TRAINING CLASSES START MONTHLY AND SPACE IS LIMITED SO SUBMIT YOUR RESUME ASAP.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: One location