Aircraft Paint Technician

Broomfield, CO - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 24 - 34

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full-time

Description

Pilatus is looking for detail-oriented individuals to join our new state-of-the-art Aircraft Paint this role you will work under limited supervision to prepare and paint aircraft exteriors and components such as fuselages wings fairings horizontals verticals and flight controls in accordance with special specifications and all technical data. You will also process the assigned workload through the shop while meeting quality and schedule expectations. Additionally you will mask sand prime paint and complete paint inspections on the PC-12 PRO Single Engine Turboprop and the PC-24 Super Versatile Jet. You will be a key part of our team that values a perfect final aircraft delivery that brings our customers dreams to life. Take your career to the next level with Pilatus Business Aircraft!

Pilatus is hiring for the following shifts:

Monday - Friday 3:30pm - 12:30am
Monday - Friday 11:30pm - 8:30am

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Performs customer-facing finish-grade painting in accordance with applicable specifications by fabricating patterns stencils templates and operating spray equipment to apply finish coats
Prepares aircraft surfaces by sanding masking and priming surfaces for final layout and painting
Performs incoming inspection of aircraft and materials upon arrival from Stans
Recognizes and troubleshoots problems as they arise alerting others regarding potential concerns and ensures that all materials are available to support painting activities
Maintains accurate records and documents and complete sign-offs in a timely manner
Ensures all work is performed according to applicable regulatory requirements customer specifications and established quality standards and procedures and notifies appropriate personnel of any deviations
Follows safety policies and uses required personal protective equipment in accordance with company and government regulations and guidelines

Other Duties/Responsibilities

Works with and accepts guidance from Leads and higher skilled technicians while helping to build skills and abilities of lower level technicians
Develops and implements skills and techniques required to perform all assigned tasks in accordance with Pilatus quality standards
Performs other related duties and assists coworkers and other departments to successfully perform other job tasks as assigned by Lead or Director

Requirements

Skills/Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Two (2) years related trade school or vocational degree preferred
Demonstrated craftsman-level abilities and quality and a minimum of two (2) years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Has a thorough understanding of all pertinent paint shop processes paint systems and quality standards
Ability to use measuring tools and perform basic math computations
Ability to use paint sanders spray guns primer guns sealant guns and buffers
Ability to read understand and adhere to engineering drawings tech specs and other relevant documents
Eye for precision and attention to details
Able to work in heights restricted spaces and lift up to 40 pounds
Regular reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime and other shifts as required
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office including Outlook Word and Excel
Must be able to read write speak and understand English

What We Offer

11 paid holidays a year plus 15 days of paid vacation time and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
90% of medical dental and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage averaging $9600 annually
Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2250 for single coverage and $3000 for family coverage annually
401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
Tuition assistance available annually after the first year

The salary range for this position is $24.53 - 34.53 per hour depending on experience. A shift differential of $2.00 is applied to both swing and night shifts. Salary to be determined by the education experience knowledge skills and abilities of the applicant internal equity and alignment with market data.

Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd was founded in Broomfield Colorado in 1996. Pilatus new 118000 square foot facility is custom-designed to conduct aircraft interior and exterior completions for all PC-12 NGX and PC-24 aircraft delivering to North and South America. This new completions center consolidates the operationsPilatus has performed at the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport for over 20 years.

With over 3000 employees and about 200 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans Switzerland and completion center in Broomfield Colorado the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure innovative international and sustainable work environment. Courage vision and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness close customer relationships and a high degree of employee commitment.

Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

To submit a paper application please mail your resume to 12300 Pilatus Way Broomfield CO 80021 Attention: Human Resources. No walk-ins please. If personalized assistance is needed to complete an online application for this position please email with your request.

Salary Description

$24.53 - 34.53 / Hour

Required Experience:

Full-timeDescriptionPilatus is looking for detail-oriented individuals to join our new state-of-the-art Aircraft Paint this role you will work under limited supervision to prepare and paint aircraft exteriors and components such as fuselages wings fairings horizontals verticals and flight controls ...