Aircraft Painter I

Paint the Sky with Precision – Join the Aerospace Elite as an Aircraft Painter!

Location: Savannah, GA | Pay Rate: $25.66/hour | Schedule: 3rd Shift (8pm – 6:30am)

About the Role
PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading name in the aerospace industry to find a skilled Aircraft Painter who takes pride in precision and craftsmanship. In this role, you won’t just paint aircraft—you’ll help deliver world-class quality, safety, and performance that quite literally takes flight. Your work ensures every aircraft meets the highest standards before it leaves the ground.

What You’ll Do (Day-to-Day Responsibilities)
As an Aircraft Painter, you’ll be hands-on in preparing and finishing aircraft surfaces with accuracy and care:

• Mask, sand, and prepare aircraft surfaces for paint application

• Apply glazing and sealing compounds ahead of final coatings

• Mix and apply paints and primers using various equipment and techniques

• Operate, maintain, and clean painting and priming tools and systems

• Perform detailed sealant work, including leading edge finishing

• Follow all safety protocols, including PPE use and aircraft protection procedures (PTP)

• Maintain a clean, organized workspace in line with 5S and shop standards

• Care for assigned tools and equipment

• Support additional shop duties as needed

What You Bring (Required Qualifications)

• High School Diploma or GED

• At least 1 year of painting experience

• Basic knowledge of paint systems (lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, acrylics)

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documents

• Comfortable using painting tools, equipment, and materials

• Physically able to climb ladders/stairs, work in tight spaces, lift up to 40 lbs, and work various shifts

• Ability to pass a Pulmonary Function Test for respirator certification

• Basic computer literacy

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aircraft or automotive painting environments

• Familiarity with aerospace quality and safety standards

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to craftsmanship

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?

• Work with a top-tier aerospace partner

• Gain hands-on experience in a high-impact, high-precision field

• Be part of a team that values safety, quality, and innovation

• Opportunities for growth within the aerospace industry

Ready to Take Off?
If you're detail-driven, safety-focused, and ready to make your mark in aerospace, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help paint the future of flight!

Pay Details: $25.66 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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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.