Aircraft Painter in Huntsville, ALJob DescriptionWe are currently seeking an Aircraft Painter to work on UH-60, SH-60, CH-47, and AH-64 programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for coating surfaces of the aircraft with paint, lacquer, epoxy, resin, or other materials using brushes, rollers, spray guns, and other devices. Additionally, the role involves removing old paint from aircraft using liquid paint remover and a scraper.
Responsibilities
- Coat surfaces of aircraft with paint, lacquer, epoxy, resin, or other materials using brushes, rollers, spray guns, and other devices
- Remove old paint from aircraft using liquid paint remover and a scraper
- Read blueprints for layouts
- Perform Class A finishing and media blasting (stripping)
- Prepare aircraft surfaces for painting
- Ensure high-quality finishes using conventional spray guns or HVLP spray guns
Essential Skills- 1+ years of experience painting aircraft
- Experience with paint preparation
- Ability to use rollers, brushes, and spray guns (conventional or HVLP)
- Experience in media blasting (stripping)
- Ability to read blueprints for layouts
Additional Skills & Qualifications- Bead blast experience is a plus
- Open to working 1st or 2nd shift
- Air Force veterans with AFSC of 2A753 or 2A7X3 are encouraged to apply
- Paint/Corrosion certifications, training, and experience in the military are a bonus
Why Work Here?Join a supportive work environment where you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of aircraft programs. Benefit from an air-conditioned facility and paint booth, with opportunities for overtime and weekend work as needed. We value your military experience and provide a chance to utilize and expand your skills in a dynamic setting.
Work Environment
The work environment includes an air-conditioned facility and paint booth. The standard work schedule is Monday to Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, with weekends available as needed. There are opportunities for overtime. The facility ensures a comfortable and efficient working condition to perform high-quality aircraft painting tasks.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Huntsville, Alabama
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $26.00 - $34.00/hr.
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 Huntsville,AL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 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.
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