Aircraft Painter C
The flight line aircraft painter position requires application of decorative paint finishes to the exterior of commercial aircraft. Selected candidates prepare the exterior surfaces of airplanes for painting by cleaning, abrading and/or chemically treating as necessary to prep surfaces. Masking, then applying paints and touch up details are included using spot repair techniques. Some interior (flight deck) painting as well as decal applications and minor vinyl repair are included duties. High Volume Low Pressure (HVLP) and brush touch up processes are methods for paint application as well as some possible airless electrostatic paint application. Employment in this position also requires lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 35 lbs. Also, standing, walking, crawling, crouching, kneeling, and rotation of head and neck are required. Certification and operation of elevated platform/lifting equipment up to 50 feet will be required (e.g., scissor lifts, snorkel lift, high ranger, etc.) Use of applicable safety equipment required. Handling and proper disposal of Hazardous materials, solvents, thinners, paints) required daily per applicable regulations. Application of primers and finishes must meet all identified specifications. 5S practices will be followed (e.g., Clean as you go, proper equipment cleaning, Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention, Tool control).
Competencies
General• Collaboration
Works effectively and cooperatively with fellow employees, peers from other teams and/or parts of the organization and occasionally external customers; establishes and maintains good working relationships by actively involving others and helping them feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions. Places higher priority on team and/or organization goals than on own goals. Offers to provide help and/or leadership to other teams and/or employees and occasionally external customers when they need assistance.
• Customer Focus
Makes customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; develops and sustains productive customer relationships; uses information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; periodically becomes involved in sharing information with customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how actions or plans will affect customers; responds quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems; assists higher graded employees and/or project team leaders in implementing ways to monitor and evaluate customer concerns, issues, and satisfaction and to anticipate customer needs.
• Safety Awareness
Detects hazardous working conditions and safety problems; checks equipment and/or work area regularly. Reports or corrects unsafe working conditions; makes a wide range of recommendations and/or improves safety and security procedures; enforces safety regulations and procedures as appropriate to role. Monitors safety or security issues after taking corrective action and ensures continued compliance.
• Work Standards
Establishes criteria and/or work procedures to achieve a high level of quality, productivity, or service. Dedicates required time and energy to assignments or tasks to ensure that no aspect of the work is neglected; works to overcome obstacles to completing tasks or assignments. Accepts responsibility for outcomes (positive or negative) of one's work; admits mistakes and refocuses efforts when appropriate. Provides encouragement and support to others in accepting responsibility; does not accept others' denial of responsibility without questioning.
Technical• Color Match
Complete knowledge of color space, color analysis, paint formulation, and paint application techniques to evaluate and match decorative finishes.
• Engr Drawing & Specifications
Complete ability to read, understand, and interpret basic engineering drawings and specifications.
• Organic Chemical Processing
Complete knowledge of organic chemical processes (such as top-coating, priming, surface cleaning).
• Polymers & Composite Materials
Complete knowledge of polymers and composite materials (e.g., carbon, fiberglass, aramid, adhesives, thermoset/thermoplastic resins).
Basic Qualifications For ConsiderationAre you willing to work any shift?
Do you have previous experience operating High Volume Low Pressure (HVLP) spray equipment?
Are you willing to work at heights of up to 50 feet?
Typical Education/Experience
High school diploma or GED and typically 4 or more years' related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other Job related information
- Business Unit Commercial Airplanes
- Division Bca Supply Chain Mgt & Ops
- Program Charleston Site
- Job Type Non-Management
- Experience Level Career/Experienced
- US Person Status Required? Yes
Closing Date: 02/28/2012
