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Job Title: Paint Assembly Technician

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced aircraft sealer/painter assembler to coat and assemble aircraft components, specifically parts related to landing gear. The role involves working in the backshop to support the accessories and gear shop group. The ideal candidate must have over 2 years of recent experience applying sealants and coating small to large aircraft parts and performing bench work aircraft assembly.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard operating procedures when using tools and equipment such as dual action sanders, hydraulic lift platforms, and paint sprayers; sealants; paint strippers and corrosion-preventive chemicals; and use protective equipment as required.

• Comply with safety rules and procedures and be alert for unsafe conditions.

• Safely perform preparation, painting, and detailing under minimal supervision.

• Coordinate with supervision and inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs, and quality inspection.

• Mix paints to manual specifications, then stir and thin the paints, using spatulas or power mixing equipment.

• Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust from surfaces in preparation for paint application using abrasives, solvents, brushes, or sandblasters.

• Monitor painting operations to identify flaws, such as blisters or streaks, and correct their causes.

• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble sprayers and power equipment using solvents, wire brushes, and cloths for cleaning duties.

• Set up portable equipment, such as ventilators or exhaust units.

• Sand surfaces between coats of paint or primer to remove flaws and enhance adhesion for subsequent coats.

• Dispose of hazardous waste in an appropriate manner.

• Properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Experience in paint preparation and application on aviation parts.

• Experience with aircraft and automotive components.

• Proficiency in sealant application and coating techniques.

• Ability to remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust from surfaces using abrasives, solvents, brushes, or sandblasters.

• Ability to mix paints to manual specifications and use power mixing equipment.

• Experience sanding surfaces between coats of paint or primer.

• Ability to disassemble, clean, and reassemble sprayers and power equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required.

• 2 years of experience in automotive components sealant/paint/coating.

• 2 years of experience in aircraft components sealant/paint/coating.

Why Work Here?

Based on performance, employees can receive a pay increase after completing 90 days, along with a second shift differential. Additionally, employees will receive paid company benefits and be eligible for performance bonuses.

Work Environment

This position operates on the 2nd shift, Monday to Friday from 3:30 PM to midnight. Must be available for some overtime when needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of TITUSVILLE, Florida.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in TITUSVILLE,FL.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 28, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.