What are the responsibilities and job description for the Painter, Aircraft II position at Standard Aero?
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As an Aircraft Painter II, you will be responsible for preparing and applying paint to both the interior and exterior surfaces of aircraft, ensuring a high-quality finish that meets or exceeds customer expectations. You will work closely with specifications, color sketches, and instructions to plan and execute the paint process efficiently. This role requires proficiency in paint preparation, application, and equipment maintenance, with a strong emphasis on safety and adherence to company policies.
What You Will Do:
- Apply aerodynamic sealer and masks the aircraft using tapes and paper products (to protect windows, seals, struts, cables, etc.) in preparation for the paint process
- Mix, blend and thin paint products, per the manufacturers' maintenance manual specifications
- Apply paint to the aircraft interior and exterior surfaces (Paints include: urethanes, acrylic urethanes, enamels, lacquers and epoxy paints)
- Interpret specifications, color sketches, and instructions and plans sequences, and times the paint operation. This includes mixing ratios, surface preparation, papering and masking, drying time, number of coats, etc.
- Maintain painting supplies and equipment, including spray guns, air hoses, pumps, paper, and tape
- Document all work accomplished (a.k.a. sign-off) in a clear, concise and accurate manner
- Responsible for knowing, understanding, following, promoting and continuously improving company policies and procedures
- Observes all safety, environmental and general housekeeping rules and policies
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years of Paint Booth experience in Automotive and/or Aviation industries
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, walk, bend, stretch, and climb ladders
- Must be authorized to work in the US
- Must have the ability to manipulate equipment of all sizes, tools, computer keyboards, and telephones
- Must be able to see to disassemble and visually inspect
- Must have excellent hand-to-eye coordination
Preferred Qualification:
- Knowledge of all types of paints and thinners
- Minimum 3 years of aircraft painting experience
- Experience in Corporate or Business Aviation
- Experienced with silk-print paint applications
- Extensive knowledge of various types of paints, thinners, and applications
- OSHA / HAZMAT training or certifications
- Ability to work overtime and travel to customer locations or other Standard Aero facilities as required.
Salary: $26.01
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, StandardAero considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Benefits that make life better:
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
- Paid Time Off starting on day one
- Bonus opportunities
- Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Learning & Training opportunities
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StandardAero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, and basis of disability status or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Salary : $26