2nd Shift Lead Painter

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Department:

Paint

Job Title:

Lead Painter

Reports To:

Paint Supervisor

DOT/ NON- DOT:

DOT

Acts in a lead capacity providing work direction to Painters as well as performing skilled work in preparing metal and other surfaces on aircraft equipment for painting and in applying lacquers, primers, synthetic enamels, polyurethane, and epoxy with spray guns, brushes and rollers to include painting ground support equipment. Responsible for monitoring paint materials and inventory. Reads and complies with instructions and safety information as necessary for proper and safe completion of assigned work.

1

Directs the work of personnel that masks trim and other parts not to be painted; cleans, sands and prepares surfaces for painting.

2

Directs personnel that wash and clean the aircraft exterior.

3

Directs application of primer and finishing coats to aircraft, parts and GSE equipment. Uses lacquers and synthetic paints and enamels; applies decals, pressure sensitive and scotch lite numbers, letters, seals, and trim.

4

Maintains paint supplies and materials and ensures adequate inventory on hand. Creates paint material and equipment requests as needed.

5

Mixes and matches paints; may occasionally rub, polish, and wax finish coats.

6

Ensures proper cleaning and maintenance of spray guns and other painting equipment.

7

Reads and interprets aircraft paint drawings and follows them accurately to accomplish paint job and ensures regulatory, emergency and other customer placards are correct. Reads instructions and all cautions/warnings/notes information as necessary for proper and safe completion of assigned work.

8

Prepares and maintains simple records such as work order documentation, turn over logs, and time and material records, as instructed.

9

Reads task cards and follows them accurately to accomplish paint job ensuring FAA, emergency and other customer placards are correct.

10

Follows safety procedures and wears/uses appropriate safety equipment for the work being performed. Complies with all safety procedures at all times, without exception.

11

Records time worked as directed by supervisor.

12

Performs work standards that meet and comply with all federal, customer and company policies and procedures which apply.

13

Keeps self and team informed of policies and procedures and asks supervisor for explanations if needed.

14

Maintains work-related training and qualifications as required.

15

Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Profile

Required

Desired

Level

Academic Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required

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Languages

Must be able to read, write, and speak effectively in English regarding safety sensitive work activities, per FAA requirements.

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Special Licenses

FAA appropriately certificated. 

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Must have a valid state driver license, per FAS requirement.

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Previous Experience

Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant aircraft painter experience providing knowledge of work techniques, terminology, parts, etc. preferred. A good knowledge of the processes, methods, techniques and materials used in painting aircraft and ground support equipment, preparing equipment for painting, caring for spray guns and other painting equipment and materials.  Must possess good knowledge of safety precautions required in performing the work of the trade, general knowledge of stenciling, skill in the use of spray guns and the ability to mix and match paints. Familiar with 14 CFR Part 91/121/145 preferred.

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Technical Skills

Individual will perform daily transactions within Flightstar’s ERP system, vending (POU), as well as research customer’s maintenance manuals.

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Physical Requirement

Lifts and carries hand tools, parts, and work materials; ascends and descends ladders and platforms; and frequently works in a variety of positions such as stooping, kneeling or squatting. Works around unpleasant or toxic fumes and materials.  Must have initial (baseline) and annual physicals to ensure continued good personal health as required by law.  Uses required PPE at all times.

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