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Entegee

Aircraft Paint Technician

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What they do

An Aircraft or A & P Mechanic maintains and repairs different types of aircraft such as planes, jets or helicopters. Provides scheduled maintenance and inspections. May specialize in working on the frame, engine, electrical systems or other parts of an aircraft, or specialize in certain types of aircraft.

$72,251 / year median in Arkansas

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Summary Aircraft Paint Technician responsible for preparing, inspecting, and applying coatings to aircraft structures while following maintenance documentation and aviation standards.
Job Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent Minimum 2 years of aircraft airframe nomenclature experience Minimum 2 years of aircraft paint experience within the last 5 years Ability to read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals, engineering documents, and vendor documentation Knowledge of metric measurement systems Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Ability to walk on aircraft tail stands up to 20 feet in height Ability to stand, kneel, and work for extended periods Ability to wear a respirator and pass pulmonary function testing Vision capability of 20/20 corrected with no color perception limitations Ability to use fall protection equipment including harnesses and stop reels when working on aircraft structures Ability to operate and work from aerial lifts No abnormal allergies to paint, solvents, primers, strippers, or related chemicals producing fumes or dust
Preferred Skills:
Experience supporting aircraft paint shop operations Experience diagnosing and resolving aircraft coating or preparation issues Experience documenting maintenance or coating procedures in aviation environments
Job Responsibilities:
Prepare aircraft surfaces for painting through cleaning, sanding, and coating preparation processes Apply primers, paints, and protective coatings to aircraft structures and components Read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and engineering documentation to guide paint operations Inspect painted surfaces and verify compliance with aviation specifications Document coating procedures, materials used, and inspection results Support paint shop operations by communicating technical information related to aircraft coatings Identify and address coating issues or surface defects during preparation and finishing processes Perform work on aircraft structures using tail stands, harness systems, and aerial lift equipment Maintain compliance with safety procedures related to chemical exposure and fall protection equipment. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
Disclaimer:
These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.entegee.com/candidate-privacy-information-statement/ The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records #
GRPB Pay:
$28.00 - $31.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location:
In person