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Exterior Finisher Technician Trainee - 2nd Shift

Cirrus Aircraft

Duluth, MNFull-time$16.55–24.82/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$16.55–24.82/hr
Location
Duluth, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Exterior Finisher Technician Trainee learns tasks that prepare and complete aircraft for delivery, including surface preparation, primer application, and post-paint finishing. The role also involves applying cosmetic sealants, installing vinyl stripes, performing minor assembly, and completing final detailing. Trainees develop proficiency in a primary painting-area task and must master an area before advancing to Level I Technician.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Computer Use, requiredManual Dexterity, requiredTeamwork, requiredDependability, requiredReliability, requiredWork Ethic, requiredFinishing, nice to havePainting, nice to haveAircraft Painting Processes, nice to havePrimer Application, nice to haveSanding, nice to haveBuffing, nice to havePolishing, nice to haveSander Operation, nice to haveBuffer Operation, nice to haveSpray Gun Operation, nice to haveQuality Inspection, nice to have

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED, requiredPrevious Work Experience, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview

The Exterior Finisher Trainee is responsiblefor learning the various tasks that prepare and complete the aircraft fordelivery. These include prepping the aircraft for painting, applying primer,and sanding surfaces. After the painting process, the finisher sands, buffs,and polishes the aircraft to achieve a smooth, high-quality finish. Otherduties involve applying cosmetic sealants, installing vinyl stripes, handlingminor assembly, and performing final detailing to ensure the aircraft meetsboth quality standards and customer expectations.

Responsibilities

Exterior Finish Technician Trainees utilize experience, education, and training to ensure proficiency in one of the primary areas in the Painting area and must master an area before moving to a Level I Technician.

  • Surface Preparation:Prep aircraft surfaces for paint by cleaning, sanding, and masking areas to ensure proper adhesion and a smooth finish.

  • Primer Application:Apply primer to aircraft surfaces as part of the preparation process, ensuring even coverage and surface readiness for paint.

  • Post-Paint Finishing:Sand, buff, and polish painted surfaces to achieve a high-quality, smooth finish that meets visual standards.

  • Cosmetic Sealant Application:Apply cosmetic sealants to aircraft surfaces for protection and aesthetic enhancement.

  • Vinyl Stripes Installation:Install vinyl stripes on the aircraft, ensuring precise alignment and a professional appearance.

  • Assembly:Perform basic assembly tasks, such as installing parts and hardware, as required by the engineering drawings.

  • Detailing:Perform final detailing, including cleaning and inspecting aircraft to ensure it meets all quality standards before customer delivery.

Qualifications

Required:

  • High school diploma or GED

  • Previous work experiencedemonstrating dependability, reliability and a strong work ethic

  • Basic ability to use a computer and computer software

  • Manual dexterity ability to use hands with precision on small items and in small spaces

  • Ability to work in a fast paced team environment

Preferred:

  • Previous experience in finishing,painting, or a similar field

  • Familiarity with aircraftpainting processes, primer application, sanding, buffing, and polishingtechniques preferred

  • Ability to operate tools andequipment such as sanders, buffers, and spray guns, with precision and care

  • Basic ability to inspect workfor quality, ensuring surfaces are smooth and free of defects

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage:Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options

  • Employer-Paid Coverages:Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance

  • Flexible Spending Accounts: FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA

  • Well-being: Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider

  • 401(k) Plan:Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service

  • PTO:Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year

  • Additional Time off Benefits:Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty

  • Career Development:Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities

  • Exclusive Discounts:Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available

  • Community & Engagement:Company and employee clubs at various locations

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

Pay Range

Salary Range: USD $16.55/Hr. - USD $24.82/Hr.

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ID2026-5596

CategoryManufacturing

Position TypeFull-Time

ScheduleMonday - Thursday, 4:30pm - 3:00am

Location TypeOnsite

LocationUS-MN-Duluth

How this job compares

Set against the 2,956 open Manufacturing jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 12, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$16.55–24.82/hr
  • Minnesota median$23–26/hr85 hourly ranges
  • US median$22–25/hr959 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $20.69/hr, is 17% below the Minnesota median midpoint ($25/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Manufacturing hourly ranges in Minnesota.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 119 open Manufacturing jobs in Minnesota and 2,956 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Minnesota
Experience
Manufacturing postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 7 years (1,590 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 1,510 of the 2,956 open Manufacturing jobs (51%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 12, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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