Technician, Painter (Evening)

September 17 2024
Industries Airspace, Aviation, National Defence
Categories Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul,
Winnipeg, MB • Full time

Position Title: Technician (Painter)

Location: Winnipeg, MB

Shift: 4 days a week; 10 hours shifts (Mon-Thu; 2:00 pm - 12:00am or 3:00 pm - 1 am) (Evening)

Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn't just treat you like a number. You'll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you'll be set up for success.

Take charge of our day-to-day operations, so we remain the trusted source for aviation repair and maintenance. Work with your team to implement the right processes and practices across our organization to help ensure flight and product efficiency.

Standard Aero, a leading aerospace maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility, is currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Paint Technician to join our dynamic team in Winnipeg. This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals with expertise in spray paint, ensuring the highest standards of quality and precision within our Military and Defense business unit.

Specific Accountabilities:

  • Prepares aircraft surfaces for painting by cleaning, scraping, sanding and then treating the metal with alumiprep and alodine.
  • Applies aerodynamic sealer, and masks the aircraft using tapes and paper products (to protect windows, seals, struts, cables, etc.) in preparation for the paint process.
  • Mixes, blends and thins paint products, per the manufacturers' maintenance manual specifications.
  • Applies paint to the aircraft interior and exterior surfaces. (Paints include: urethanes, acrylic urethanes, enamels, lacquers and epoxy paints.)
  • Interprets specifications, color sketches, and instructions and plans sequences, and times the paint operation. This includes mixing ratios, surface preparation, papering and masking, drying time, number of coats, etc.)
  • Maintains painting supplies and equipment, including spray guns, air hoses, pumps, paper, and tape.
  • Applies registration number, external markings, placards, emergency borders, wing walks, etc. within regulations and specifications.
  • Familiar with and understands composite and problem areas on a variety of corporate aircraft. .
  • Documents all work accomplished (a.k.a. sign-off) in a clear, concise and accurate manner.
  • Responsible for knowing, understanding, following, promoting and continuously improving company policies and procedures.
  • Works fair share of overtime and travels to customer locations or other StandardAero facilities as required.
  • Observes all safety, environmental and general housekeeping rules and policies.
  • May perform other duties as required by the department.

Relocation Provided: No

Position Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 3 years experience as an Aircraft Painter desired.
  • Requires knowledge of all types of paints and thinners. Must be qualified to prepare aircraft exteriors, interiors and panels for proper application of paint, as per set standards.
  • Is able to minimize rework through proficiency in paint preparation and application.

Benefits that make life better:

  • Comprehensive Healthcare
  • Company Pension with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
  • Paid vacation starting on day one
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Learning & Training opportunities

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers' missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

StandardAero offers equal employment opportunities for all. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.

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