Aircraft Finishes Technician (Painter) | Contract to Hire

Aircraft Finishes Technician (Painter)

Disclaimer: This is a full-time Contract-to-Hire Opportunity with duties performed On-Site in Aurora, Oregon.

Our partner, a leader in the international aerospace industry, is a trusted provider of heavy-lift helicopter OEM manufacturing, aerial operations, and maintenance repair operations (MRO) serving numerous industries around the globe.

They currently seek an Aircraft Finishes Technician (Painter) to properly clean, mask, prepare, media blast, and paint aircraft, aircraft parts, and articles.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, or other technical data to determine the feasibility and method to perform the assigned tasks.
• Properly handle, mask, media blast, prepare for paint, and paint all aircraft components and articles including flight control and drive and rotor components that are flight sensitive in nature.
• Proper handling and application of chemicals and chemical agents used in the stripping and painting processes.
• Seal, prepare, mask, paint and re-paint aircraft structure and structural repairs.
• Document all inspection findings and work performed/corrective action in the appropriate maintenance records.
• Maintain work areas and tools in a clean and organized manner, practice proper tool and FOD control.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; further education or advance instruction relative to technical field is desirable
• Previous aircraft maintenance experience in a FAR Part 145 repair station environment or field maintenance experience
• Requires 3 years’ painting and surface treatment experience
• Experience in proper application and repair of epoxy primers and polyurethane paint preferred
• Experience in metal chemical conversion processes, chemical and mechanical paint stripping, proper masking techniques and proper paint preparation processes preferred
• Experience in media blast processes preferred
• Training and experience utilizing Lean methods in a production environment
• Ability to locate, read and follow the technical data appropriate for the assigned task
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and hand tools appropriate to the assigned tasks
• Ability to work overtime and/or weekends as assigned dependent on production needs
• Ability to work in a shop environment or work outdoors locally or in remote locations as needed for customer support
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
• Conduct oneself in accordance with Company’s Core Values
• Must meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) as a U.S. Person
  
  

This position is subject to the drug and alcohol testing requirements of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as outlined in 49 CFR Part 120 and 49 CFR Part 40

Equal Opportunity Employer: Vector Talent Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Reasonable Accommodation: At Vector Talent Solutions, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that all applicants have the opportunity to apply. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact HR@vectorfd.com.

Compensation & Benefits

• $25.00 - $30.00 per hour based on experience
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance