Aircraft Painter

22nd Century Technologies, Inc.
Pay Rate: $35 W2
United States, Florida, Crestview
Jun 17, 2025
Job Title: Aircraft Painter Location with zip code: Crestview, FL 32536 Pay Rate: $35 Shift Timing (Day/ Evening/ Night: 1^st shift Shift Hours (8 Hours/ 10 Hours): 40hrs/week; 8am-5pm Duration: 12 Months + Job Description: Read and interpret aircraft drawings, schematics, engineering drawings and technical manuals to apply organic coatings on aircraft. Cleans, preps, masks, and sprays aircraft surfaces and sub-assemblies in accordance with prescribed specifications and standards. Role and Responsibilities: Advanced paint mixing knowledge and abilities to colour blend and colour match existing finishes during spot paint repair inspection. Understands process for masking around intricate areas such as logo and exterior areas. Provides technical assistance and guidance as required by the position. Performs on and off aircraft. Maintain assigned aircraft in accordance with Military Technical Orders, Manufacturer and Company Instructions. Use provided test equipment and Ground Support Equipment to perform assigned tasks. Read, interpret, and apply instructions from Blueprints, schematics, and other approved data. Assist with ordering parts, tools, materials, and equipment as required. Maintain cleanliness of your assigned work area. Responsible for adhering to all applicable Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention rules and regulations. Responsible for adhering to Company Tool Control Program. Must comply with established General and Industrial Safety Rules and Regulations as applicable to the contract, facilities, and job assignment. Ensure proper operation and use of special test equipment and Ground Support Equipment. Maintain appropriate records of all work accomplished. May be required to perform simple computer input functions. Must be able to perform other duties as assigned. Required Skills: Document detailed records of maintenance and repair work performed. Prepares paint surface for proper paint thickness/even coating to ensure that final gloss finish is blemish free. Alerts management of any misalignment with specifications. Inspects aircraft for any defects, discoloration, spots, and touch-up as needed. Reviews engineering drawings and utilizes measuring tools and paper templates to identify strip placement on aircraft. Prepares and applies topcoat application with little or no direction. Strong aptitude to read and interpret aircraft coating drawings and schematics. Always maintain training currency. Must be self-motivated. Five (5) years of documented experience in aircraft preparation and painting. Extensive knowledge on the operations of paint and strip booth. Basic Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED. 5 years of aircraft painting experience, preferred. Ability to utilize computer-based systems to perform duties. Must be willing/able to work any shift or schedule. Ability to Obtain DCMA 8210 and Hex Chrome/respirator physical.