D84-Aircraft Painting

Position Type: Aircraft PainterLocation: North Charleston, SCHourly rate: $28.27Contractor benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401kJob Description:Performs painting of aircraft sections per customer's design and unique livery requirements.Verifies aircraft is ready for exterior finish.Makes necessary patterns, performs layout and applies prescribed primers, paints and finishes to exterior of aircraft.Prepares exterior surface of aircraft for painting.Applies aircraft finishes and external markings to aircraft sections.This position is 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.This position requires an individual to work at heights utilizing fall protection equipment. Candidate must be able to obtain Fall Protection Certification. This is also contingency of assignment - Fall Protection Regulations - OSHA 1926, 191066, 1910 Subpart D.Candidates must be able to support all shifts per business needs. Shifts will be assigned during assignment to meet business needs.Candidates will be required to attend and pass training classes. Failure of training may be cause for assignment terminationPaint ExperienceAdhesive Materials/Processes - Knowledge of adhesive materials (such as epoxy, urethane, polyimide, reinforcements, etc) and processes.Color Match - Knowledge of color space, color analysis, paint formulation, and paint application techniques to evaluate, match, and develop decorative finishes.Engineering Drawings & Specs - Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications (e.g., blueprint/schematic reading, specification, change, design).General Shop Processes - Complete knowledge of shop processes to include Foreign Object Damage/Debris (FOD) prevention, material handling, safety, calibration requirements and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD).Materials & Processing - Knowledge of material processing for metals (e.g., welding forging, heat treat, machining, forming), polymers and composites (e.g., autoclave curing, lay-up, co-curing, repair), sealants and finishes processing (e.g., plating, painting, surface preparation, fay surface sealing, fillet sealing), and ceramic (e.g., high temperature processing, machining) and electronic materials (e.g., soldering, printed circuit board cleaning, conformal coating).Organic Chemical Processing - Knowledge of organic chemical processes (such as top-coating, priming, surface cleaning).Polymers & Composite Materials - Knowledge of polymers and composite materials (such as carbon, fiberglass, aramid, adhesives, thermoset/thermoplastic resins).Ability to perform the following requirements:Lift less than 25 pounds (Occasional lifting of 21-35 pounds), bend and twist at the waist, walk, crawl, crouch, stand for long periods, kneel, reach, climb/balance, flexion/extensionContact with sealants and solvents, exposure to noise, working on elevated platformsUse personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required.Experience understanding and interpreting detailed written and verbal work instructions and processesHandle, use, and dispose of hazardous materialObtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilitiesOccasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulationFrequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs)Frequent walking on flat surfacesFrequent standing flat or uneven surfacesFrequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfacesOccasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or standsRotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controlsOccasional contact with metalsExposure to plastics and solvents to atmospheric conditionsFrequent exposure to noiseBasic qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):o Must be willing to work any shift assigned, including overtime.o Required to wear fall protection gear, safety equipment and masks.( OSHA STD state)o Suitable candidates for these aircraft painter positions will have either a minimum of THREE years of relevant paint experienceo Minimum of 1 year of painting experience in aircraft, automotive, or general painting.o Experience working from heights and using fall protection equipment.o Ability to complete Fall protection training.Preferred qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):Aircraft paint experience.o Suitable candidates will preferably have greater than THREE years of Aerospace paint experience. Relevant paint experience is considered painting multi-staged paint processes (base coat/clear coat) at large scale with compressed air (automobile, boat, etc.).TRAINING REQUIREMENTTraining duration = 3 4 weeks on first shiftThis position requires an individual to work at heights utilizing fall protection equipment. Candidate must be able to obtain Fall Protection Certification. This is also contingency of assignment - Fall Protection Regulations - OSHA 1926, 191066, 1910 Subpart D.Candidates will be required to attend and pass training classes. Failure of training may be cause for assignment terminationDays /Shift Hours: 7 DIFFERENT SHIFTS3rd Shift 11p-6a Mon-Fri (starting sun night 11p)1st Shift 6a-230p Mon-Fri2nd Shift 230p-11p Mon-FriAlternative Work Schedule1st Shift 5a-330p Mon-Thu (A Shift)2nd Shift 5p-330a Mon-Thu (B Shift)1st Shift 5a-530p Fri-Sun (C Shift)2nd Shift 5p-530a Fri-Sun (D Shift)Must be U.S. Person for purposes of Export Compliance.EEO Statement Apollo Professional Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status or characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.#MWL