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Job Title: Paint Technician
Job Type: Full time; contract
Location: Wichita, KS
Pay Rate: $27.00 - $40.00 per hour
 
Job Description
In your role, you will

Adhere to General Work Requirements

Read engineering drawings to identify the tasks to be performed in preparation for the application of chemicals and paint to aircraft surface

Apply safety absorbent to hangar floor and spray aircraft surface with stripper to remove all paint

Assist with moving aircraft to appropriate bay

Mask, unmask, and remask appropriate areas of aircraft surface to ensure complete protection of windows and other areas susceptible to damage

Remove stripper, excess paint, and/or contaminants using water, solvents, airblower, and/or brushes 

Sand, grind, and buff polished areas of aircraft surface, apply putty to body dents, and replace sealer in preparation for the application of primer and paint

Apply alodine to aircraft surface using spray equipment

Assist with the application of primers to aircraft surface

Assist with painting parts, components, and/or aircraft surface

Assist with checking for imperfections after painting and striping application using discrepancy sheet and documented squawks and perform touch-up work as required

Document work performed per Inspection Procedures Manual (IPM)

Perform above tasks in support of production, flight test, and other outside areas as required

May perform Designated Inspector (DI) function as qualified by QA

Assist other employees in the performance of their duties within area(s) of qualification

Apply base coat of paint, stripes, decals, and vinyl appliques to aircraft surface

 
As our ideal candidate

You typically have 4 years of experience, which must include preparation and painting aircraft or equivalent

You have the ability to read and interpret engineering documents, customer instructions, and maintenance manuals

Pay Details: $27.00 to $40.00 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

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