Do you have at least 3 years of aerospace painting experience? Are you flexible and eager to work any shift offered? Then this job might be the right fit for you! PDS Tech Commercial, Inc is seeking candidates for an Aircraft Painter C position in North Charleston, SC
Job Title: Aircraft Painter
Job Type: Full Time; Consultant (6 months)
Location: North Charleston, SC 29418
Schedule: Multiple shifts (must be willing to work all 7 shifts)
Pay Rate: $37.92
Position Responsibilities:
Performs painting of aircraft sections per customer's design and unique livery requirements.
Verifies aircraft is ready for exterior finish.
Makes necessary patterns, performs layout and applies prescribed primers, paints and finishes to exterior of aircraft.
Prepares exterior surface of aircraft for painting.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite.
The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
This position requires an individual to work at heights utilizing fall protection equipment.
Candidate must be able to obtain Fall Protection Certification. This is also contingency of assignment - Fall Protection Regulations - OSHA 1926, 191066, 1910 Subpart D.
Candidates must be able to support all shifts per business needs.
Shifts will be assigned during assignment to meet business needs.
Candidates will be required to attend and pass training classes. Failure of training may be cause for assignment termination
Paint Experience :
Adhesive Materials/Processes - Knowledge of adhesive materials (such as epoxy, urethane, polyimide, reinforcements, etc) and processes.
Color Match - Knowledge of color space, color analysis, paint formulation, and paint application techniques to evaluate, match, and develop decorative finishes.
Engineering Drawings & Specs - Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications (e.g., blueprint/schematic reading, specification, change, design).
General Shop Processes - Complete knowledge of shop processes to include Foreign Object Damage/Debris (FOD) prevention, material handling, safety, calibration requirements and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD).
Materials & Processing - Knowledge of material processing for metals (e.g., welding forging, heat treat, machining, forming), polymers and composites (e.g., autoclave curing, lay-up, co-curing, repair), sealants and finishes processing (e.g., plating, painting, surface preparation, fay surface sealing, fillet sealing), and ceramic (e.g., high temperature processing, machining) and electronic materials (e.g., soldering, printed circuit board cleaning, conformal coating).
Organic Chemical Processing - Knowledge of organic chemical processes (such as top-coating, priming, surface cleaning).
Polymers & Composite Materials - Knowledge of polymers and composite materials (such as carbon, fiberglass, aramid, adhesives, thermoset/thermoplastic resins).''Must be willing to work any shift assigned, including overtime.
Minimum of 3 years of painting experience in aircraft, automotive, or general painting.Required to wear fall protection gear, safety equipment and masks.
Ability to perform the following requirements:
Lift less than 25 pounds (Occasional lifting of 21-35 pounds), bend and twist at the waist, walk, crawl, crouch, stand for long periods, kneel, reach, climb/balance, flexion/extension
Contact with sealants and solvents, exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms
Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required.
Read, write, and comprehend the English language
Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material
Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities
Occasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulation
Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs)
Frequent walking on flat surfaces
Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces
Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces
Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands
Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls
Occasional contact with metals
Exposure to plastics and solvents to atmospheric conditions
Frequent exposure to noise
Basic qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
CANDIDATES WITHOUT AEROSPACE PAINTING EXPERIENCE will NOT be considered.
Must be willing to work any shift assigned, including overtime.
Required to wear fall protection gear, safety equipment and masks.
Suitable candidates for these aircraft painter positions will have THREE years of direct Aerospace paint experience as a minimum requirement.
Experience working from heights and using fall protection equipment.
Ability to complete Fall protection training.
Preferred qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Previous Customer experience
Electrostatic handgun experience
Experience operating lift equipment
Preferably have greater than FIVE years of Aerospace painting experience.
Still not convinced? PDS offers one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the industry.
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Pay Details: $37.92 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.
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