Aircraft Painter

GAL Aerostaff

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  Macon, Georgia
  
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PERMANENT

Updated 09/20/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions in the aviation and aerospace industry.

In keeping with this goal, each benefit program has been carefully developed. Benefits may include medical coverage, paid holidays, state-mandated sick leave, and assignment-related compensation. We continuously evaluate our benefits and policies to meet current and future requirements.

Position

• Aircraft Painter / Prep Technician
  

Location:

Macon, GA

We are currently seeking experienced Aircraft Painters and Prep Technicians to support aircraft paint operations in Macon, GA.

This position will support aircraft surface preparation, painting, polishing, and finishing work while maintaining high standards for quality, safety, and workmanship.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare aircraft surfaces for painting, including cleaning, masking, sanding, and stripping

Apply primer, paint, stripes, logos, and other aircraft exterior finishes

Mix and apply coatings in accordance with applicable procedures and specifications

Polish aircraft surfaces and completed finishes

Identify and repair minor paint defects and cosmetic discrepancies

Inspect completed work for appearance and workmanship

Use applicable hand tools, power tools, and aircraft paint equipment

Maintain accurate documentation of completed work

Work collaboratively with other members of the maintenance and paint team

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Attention to Detail

• Maintains high standards for appearance, finish, and workmanship
  Technical Knowledge
• Understands aircraft preparation and painting processes
  Quality Focus
• Identifies and corrects paint and surface defects
  Teamwork
• Works effectively with painters, technicians, and leads
  Dependability
• Maintains reliable attendance and completes assigned work responsibly
  Safety
• Follows established safety procedures and work practices
  Summary of Education, Experience and Certification
  High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Aircraft painting, preparation, or related refinishing experience preferred

Experience with aircraft surface preparation, masking, stripping, painting, or polishing preferred

Must be available to work day or night shift, including weekends as required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of aircraft surface preparation and paint application practices

Ability to clean, mask, sand, strip, prime, paint, and polish aircraft surfaces

Experience using applicable paint, preparation, and finishing equipment

Ability to identify and correct paint and cosmetic defects

Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to work 10-hour shifts and overtime as required

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The employee will work in aircraft hangar and paint environments and may be exposed to materials and conditions commonly associated with aircraft painting.

The employee must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently climb, bend, reach, turn, and work in various physical positions throughout the shift.

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

GAL AeroStaff Contract Employee Benefits

Eligible GAL AeroStaff contract employees may receive:

Medical benefits after 90 days of employment

Three paid holidays per year after 90 days of employment: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day

State-mandated sick leave, where applicable

Travel pay, when applicable to the assignment

Per diem split, when applicable to the assignment

Access to a 401(k) plan

Any employer 401(k) contribution or match is discretionary and is not guaranteed. GAL AeroStaff does not provide company-wide vacation or sick leave beyond applicable state-mandated requirements.

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