Aircraft Paint Technician

West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.

What you can expect as an Aircraft Paint Technician at West Star:

As a Paint Technician you will have the opportunity to help change the ordinary into the extraordinary. Our paint technicians can paint anything from standard stripes and colors to highly detailed art work. If you have a creative edge and a desire for working with your hands, then this is the position for you. This position will be staffed by two painters and cover both Teterboro, NJ and White Plains, NY Service Hubs seven days a week. This position also helps out the maintenance staff when there is no paint work.

You will be ESSENTIAL to many FUNCTIONS including:

• Proficient in spraying techniques and customizing chemical formulas to overcome environmental challenges and various substrates and environmental conditions.

• Performs duties in compliance with regulations, including FAA, OSHA and EPA.

• Be able to create complete paint prep work including chemical stripping and sanding on various forms of substrates (aluminum, composite, steel, stainless steel, etc.)

• Proficient in tape masking of product and occasionally the use of body filler products and sanding techniques.

• Completes aircraft paint detailing.

• Will travel to offsite locations

• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English

• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

What you will need to bring with you:

Your Education:

A high school diploma or equivalent. Vo-tech school in paint or on-the-job experience is preferred but not required.

A valid driver's license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal

Your Experience:

5+ Years in aviation painting operations

Your Initiative

We're looking for team players who are self-motivated, flexible and good with working in a fast paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.

Your Sense of Responsibility

Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.

Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.

Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.

Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.

Assist with painting, painting base coat and layout.

Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.

Maintain customer oriented work habits.