Aircraft Paint Prepper

We’re all about  the craft. 

KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft services for corporate, commercial and military customers worldwide. Launched in 1970 out of British Columbia’s beautiful Okanagan Valley, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to a 1,100 strong, highly skilled workforce. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch.

JOB OVERVIEW

See your work take off to the skies Play a major role assisting our Certified Painters in all projects, big or small. The Paint Prepper position is ideally suited to someone who enjoys working with their hands, with a background in construction, manufacturing or automotive industries. The Paint Prepper is responsible for tasks such as washing, stripping, cleaning, masking, etching and alodining aircraft parts. You’ll work on a variety of projects.

The objective of the role is to support you in becoming a Certified Aircraft Painter recognized by the Canadian Council of Aviation and Aerospace (CCAA). As you progress in your training you will be provided with the opportunity to work on full aircraft paint jobs. Some of our notable paint projects include: Swoop Airlines, Conair Air Tankers and Canadian North
 

REQUIREMENTS 

Must be physically fit and able to work from heights Capable of climbing ladders and stairs, working in small spaces and lifting parts up to 50 lbs Working with chemicals, degreasers, respirators and latex gloves (KF Aerospace provides all personal protective equipment) Ability to work and communicate well with a team A valid Driver’s license Prior customer service experience is preferred 

HOURS OF WORK

Hours: Monday to Friday 6.00am - 2:30pm Must be open to working a flexible schedule, including occasional graveyard shifts

LAUNCH YOUR CAREER

As an Aircraft Painter with KF Aerospace you can start a rewarding career with a team of people who are passionate about their craft. The position has an Uncertified and Certified wage structure. The Paint Learner (Uncertified) position ranges from $22.09 to $28.88 and is subject to 6 monthly performance and wage reviews. To become certified, you must meet the following CCAA (Canadian Council of Aviation and Aerospace) requirements: 

You must complete 48-months of on-the-job training to request a CCAA logbook By completing your CCAA logbook you work towards your certification  KF will pay for any fees directly associated with obtaining the certification

Once these requirements are met, you are eligible for a promotion which expands your job responsibilities and moves them to a higher wage bracket. The Certified Aircraft Painter pay scale ranges from $29.53 - $38.99 and is subject to annual performance and wage reviews. 

BENEFITS

Full-Time staff benefits include (but are not limited to):

Medical and Dental Coverage  Health Spending Account Personal Spending Account Pension Plan Disability, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance  Employee & Family Assistance Program Personal time off  Profit Sharing

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