Aircraft Painter

West Star Aviation is a leading maintenance repair organization in the industry, and we're committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being.

• Apply paint and coatings to aircraft surfaces, ensuring a high-quality finish and adherence to Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
• Mask and tape aircraft parts to avoid overspray, sand primer, and blow and clean aircraft with thinner.
• Wash the paint booth, apply all layers of paint, including top coat, and lay out stripe and design schemes.
• Prep and scuff paint to get ready for trim, re-mask aircraft, and perform detail work.
• Inspect completed paint jobs and ensure they meet quality standards.
• Paint mixing and paint matching, and effectively communicate with colleagues and supervisors.

• A high school diploma or equivalent, with vo-tech school in paint or on-the-job experience preferred but not required.
• A valid driver's license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not required.
• Technician I: 0-2 years' experience as an automotive, commercial, RV, or aircraft painter.
• Technician II: 2-4 years' experience as an automotive, commercial, RV, or aircraft painter.
• Technician III: 4+ years' experience as an aircraft painter.

The majority of work will be accomplished in a heated hangar or shop area, with occasional work in aircraft on the ramp.

West Star Aviation offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, and weekly pay days.