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Lockheed Martin
Painter
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A Coating or Industrial Painter paints a variety of finished manufactured products using paint and enamel spray guns.
$41,457 / year median in Kentucky
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Painter Lockheed Martin - 4.0 Lexington, KY Job Details $31.87 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Equipment service recordkeeping Workplace health and safety waste management Chemical handling safety procedures Personal protective equipment (PPE) use Masking (surface preparation method) Visual color comparison Environmental compliance Maintenance activity documentation Corrosion management Cleaning (surface preparation method) Safety equipment Environmental regulatory compliance OEM Color matching analysis Sanding Industrial chemical handling Environmental safety protocols Chemical safety protocols Priming Full Job Description Standard Job Description As an Aircraft Painter , your primary role will be to ensure the quality, safety, and appearance of aircraft by performing surface preparation, media blasting, painting, coating, and touch-up processes in accordance with technical & military specifications, and maintenance standards. Your work directly contributes to the structural protection and professional presentation of aircraft operated by the Special Operations Forces team.
Basic Qualifications Surface Prep and Coating Experience:
Demonstrated experience in sanding, masking, priming, and painting aircraft or similar complex surfaces, with the ability to follow precise procedures and safety protocols. Attention toDetail and Quality:
Ability to ensure consistent, high-quality finishes, adhering to thickness, color match, and gloss level standards as defined by OEM and military specifications.Maintenance Record Keeping:
Accurately document all painting and corrosion control activities using applicable maintenance systems and ensure traceability of work performed.Safety and Compliance:
Knowledge of safety procedures including PPE use, ventilation requirements, flammable materials handling, and hazardous waste disposal related to painting operations.Operational Flexibility:
Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment. This role may involve travel or require working alternative shiftsDesired Skills Aircraft-Specific Experience:
Experience painting military applications & aircraft with an understanding of their materials, contours, and coating requirements. Exposure to aircraft paint schemes, corrosion prevention measures, and coating systems.Detail Finishing:
Mastery in fine detailing, stenciling, and insignia application.Paint Booth Operations:
Operating and maintaining paint booth systems to ensure environmental compliance and quality output. Pay Information $31.87 - $31.87 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. Additional specific benefits are dependent upon the business unit and the collective-bargaining agreement. Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics. For (Washington state applicants only) Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development