Aircraft Painter

Create, Protect, and Perfect the Skies.

L ocation: Savannah, GA | Pay Rate: $28.75/hour | Schedule: 1st Shift (5am - 3:30pm)

Are you a skilled painter with a passion for precision and aviation? PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to hire an experienced Aircraft Painter to join our dynamic team.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for preparing, painting, and detailing aircraft with the highest attention to quality, ensuring every project meets our rigorous standards. If you’re ready to bring your skills to the next level in a thriving industry, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely prepare and paint aircraft with minimal supervision, ensuring compliance with quality standards and FAA regulations.

• Use tools like dual-action sanders, hydraulic lifts, and paint sprayers, ensuring proper care and maintenance of all equipment.

• Work with sealants, paint strippers, and corrosion-preventive chemicals while adhering to safety guidelines and using the required protective equipment.

• Coordinate with supervisors and inspectors to ensure all work meets quality specifications and is fully documented in compliance with internal and FAA paperwork.

• Proactively address unsafe conditions and ensure all safety protocols are followed at all times.

• Contribute ideas to improve processes and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

• Assist with aircraft movement and work closely with other team members to complete projects efficiently.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• 2+ years of experience in related paint processes, ideally in the aircraft industry.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Knowledge of paint processes and products, including lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, and acrylics.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.

• Computer literacy.

• Ability to pass a Pulmonary Function Test for respirator certification.

• Ability to work in confined spaces, climb ladders, and lift up to 40 pounds.

• Ability to work any shift.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aircraft industry experience is highly preferred.

• Experience using material tracking systems and signing off on work.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we’re committed to excellence, innovation, and creating a positive work environment. As an Aircraft Painter, you’ll:

• Join a skilled and passionate team that values your expertise and commitment to quality.

• Enjoy opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning in the exciting aerospace industry.

• Work in a culture where safety is our top priority, and we support each other to thrive in our roles.

• Your work directly contributes to the safety and success of aviation projects around the world.

Ready to elevate your career and make your mark in the skies? Apply today to become part of the PDS Tech Commercial team and help us bring aircraft to life with excellence and precision!

Pay Details: $28.75 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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