Aircraft Painter

Aircraft Painter – Lead the Craft That Keeps Aerospace Moving Forward

Location: Savannah, GA | Pay Rate: $32.19/hour | Schedule: 1st Shift (5am - 3:30pm)

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aerospace innovator to hire a skilled Aircraft Painter. In this critical role, you’ll ensure every aircraft leaving the hangar reflects the highest standards of safety, precision, and craftsmanship. Your expertise will directly support aircraft readiness, quality, and operational excellence.

Role Summary

As an Aircraft Painter, you will work independently to prepare, paint, and detail aircraft to exacting company and FAA standards. You’ll act on behalf of the Lead when needed, guide junior painters, and help maintain a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft surface preparation, painting, and detailing with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate with supervisors and Inspectors to ensure all work meets internal quality requirements and FAA documentation standards.
• Support supervision by assigning tasks and providing direction to team members; lead by example in quality and workmanship.
• Use tools and equipment per standard operating procedures, including sanders, hydraulic lifts, sprayers, and other shop tools.
• Apply sealants, strippers, corrosion-preventive treatments, and paints safely while using required protective equipment.
• Ensure all safety protocols are followed and proactively address unsafe conditions.
• Utilize the material tracking system to create part demands, track squawks, and complete work sign-offs.
• Assist with aircraft movement within the hangar.
  
  

Additional Functions

• Adhere to Paint Shop Standard Practices (SPT) and WFR processes.
• Mentor other paint operations team members.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 4 years of related paint process experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Advanced knowledge of paint processes and products, including lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, and acrylics.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Ability to pass a Pulmonary Function Test for respirator certification.
• Ability to climb ladders, work in confined areas, lift up to 40 lbs, and work any shift.
• Computer literacy.
• Thorough understanding of GAMPS, Paint Operations SPT Manual, and paint WFR procedures.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous aircraft industry experience.
  
  

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll work with an aerospace leader known for innovation, precision, and excellence. You’ll be part of a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and professional growth. We offer competitive compensation, support for skill development, and the opportunity to play a meaningful role in producing world-class aircraft.

Take the Next Step

If you're a seasoned painter ready to elevate your career and make an impact in the aerospace industry, we want to hear from you. Apply today and join a team where your expertise truly matters.

Pay Details: $32.19 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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Requirements

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
  
  

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.