Aircraft Paint Technician

Sign-on Bonus up to $5,000 for experienced Painters! Elliott Aviation, a leader in aircraft solutions, has an exciting opportunity for an Aircraft Paint Technician at the following location: Elliott Aviation Quad Cities International Airport 6601 74th Av Milan, IL 61264 Relocation Assistance Provided! Since 1936, Elliott Aviation has been a world-class provider of comprehensive and customer-focused solutions for business aviation. Our team provides aircraft sales and acquisitions (as Elliott Jets), avionics, maintenance, parts, paint and interiors, accessories, and FBO services. Elliott Aviation - Milan is a known and trusted name for providing the industry's highest quality business aviation solutions for Hawkers, Citations, Beechjets, and King Airs to Challengers, Phenoms, and more. As a Paint Technician you will be responsible for assisting in all phases of aircraft painting while maintaining compliance with all safety, company, federal, state and local regulations. We have 1st, 2nd, and weekend shift available. Training will take place on day shift. Incentive Pay 2nd shift - 4pm -2:30am (Monday -Thursday) Includes 10% incentive premium pay 3 day weekend Weekends - 6am-7:30pm (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) Includes 12% incentive premium pay 3 day work week Benefits & Perks Elliott Aviation takes pride in offering a competitive and comprehensive benefit package to its employees to ensure our team is well cared for. Benefits begin the first day of employment! Sign-on Bonus and relocation bonus potential Health, Dental and Vision Insurance- Significant cost are contributed by Elliott Aviation as part of our commitment to providing a comprehensive benefit program. Plus, you can earn lower rates through our wellness program. RXnGo Pharmacy benefit – Generic prescription coverage at zero cost to the employee Time Off – You will receive 8 paid holidays and paid vacation. Relocation Assistance Provided for most of our positions 401(k) – Company Match Company Sponsored short-time and long-term disability as well as life insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential consultation and resources services 24/7 Training and Education- On average, Elliott Aviation invests upwards of $3,000 per team member on development of technical skills as well as soft and leadership skills Responsibilities of this position include: Applies sealer, and masks the aircraft using tapes and paper products (to protect windows, seals, struts, cables, etc.) in preparation for the stripping, priming, and painting processes Cleaning and sanding in preparation for the stripping, priming, and painting processes Applies etch and anti-corrosion coating to aircraft and rinsing Applies paint to the aircraft interior and exterior surfaces Polishing and detailing exterior paint Fabricate stencils, mix paints, layout and apply stripes, layout and apply insignias Other duties as assigned. Top candidates will possess: Willingness to work on a team with both experienced technicians and mentor junior technicians with a calm demeanor Ability to communicate well in straightforward situations Organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment Excellent workmanship aptitude and a desire to initiate improvements Other requirements include: High school diploma or equivalent Ability to attain and retain AOA badge or Airport requirements Experience in auto or aircraft painting preferred