Aircraft Painter

Job Title: Aircraft Cleaner/Paint Prep (Full-time)

Department: Paint

Position Summary:

• To strip and clean aircraft and perform metal preparation on an aircraft skin for paint application.

Essential Functions:

• General aircraft preparation and aircraft cleaning as required.
• Clean, sand composite parts and high build, remove and reapply PRC.
• Metal prep, prime and base paint aircraft via chemical application on aircraft skin.
• Mask aircraft and components for stripping, and protect all surfaces where stripping is not required.
• Unmask after stripping, and check for any damage.
• Ensure all surfaces are clean and free of dirt and contamination.
• Participate in and support the company's SMS program.
• Perform other duties, as necessary or as assigned by the Supervisor.

Typical Job Decisions:

Typical independent decisions that the job holder is required to make without the input of a supervisor. Show these in order of importance to the job.

• Decide if a secondary (or multiple) application of stripping is required.
• Decide whether PRC removal or reapplication is required.

Typical decisions that the job holder is required to refer to a supervisor.

• Approval from Supervisor is required to determine if stripping/metal preparation is complete.
• If issues arise during the cleaning process, the Supervisor must be made aware of them to determine if it will cause a delay in the project.
• Material specifications to be used.

Job Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge

• Knowledge of large industrial painting projects.

Skills

• Ability to mask aircraft for stripping.
• Ability to remove and reapply PRC.
• Ability to wash and clean aircraft.

By the end of Probation, must have successfully completed:

• WHIMIS training;
• Human factors training;
• Scissor lift training;
• Adherence to housekeeping practices and tools/equipment maintenance procedures.

Job Qualifications

Required

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred

• 2 years of experience in aircraft stripping and paint preparation.
• Experience in Aviation or automotive bodywork an asset.

Working Conditions:

• Physical Effort: Heavy lifting up to 50 lbs, Sitting or standing for long periods of time, Crouching, bending, kneeling, Must be able to work from heights.
• Visual and Concentration Effort: Must be cognizant of situational awareness at all times with strong attention to detail, Frequent changes in priorities.
• Unpleasant, Hazardous, or Challenging Working Conditions: Exposure to hazardous chemicals, slippery floors, dust, adverse weather conditions and working in confined areas.

Why Work with Us:

• If you enjoy commercial, business, or start-up aircraft, you're in the right place. Hundreds of aircraft fly into New United Goderich hangars every year.
• New United Goderich Inc. offers a range of career opportunities for those seeking a dynamic and rewarding work environment.

Apply Now:

• Interested candidates should submit their resume to the HR department.

Learn More:

• New United Goderich Inc. is a leading aircraft care and refurbishment specialist in Huron Park, Ontario.

Thank you:

• All applicants are appreciated, however, only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Disclaimer:

• New United Goderich Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Legal Notice:

• By applying for this position, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the terms and conditions of employment.