Aircraft Painter

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions in the aviation and aerospace industry.

In keeping with this goal, each benefit program has been carefully developed. Benefits may include medical coverage, paid holidays, state mandated sick leave, and assignment related compensation. We continuously evaluate our benefits and policies to meet current and future requirements.

Position: Aircraft Painter / Prep Technician

Location: Macon, GA

Compensation: To be determined based on experience and assignment requirements

We are seeking experienced Aircraft Painters to support aircraft painting and finishing operations in Macon, GA. This position involves preparing aircraft surfaces, applying coatings, polishing finishes, and ensuring completed work meets established quality and workmanship standards.

The ideal candidate will have experience with aircraft painting, surface preparation, and refinishing processes, with strong attention to detail and the ability to follow technical procedures and maintain a safe working environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft surfaces for painting, including cleaning, masking, sanding, and stripping.

• Apply primer, paint, stripes, logos, and other aircraft exterior finishes.

• Mix and apply coatings in accordance with applicable procedures and specifications.

• Polish aircraft surfaces and completed finishes to achieve the required appearance.

• Identify and repair minor paint defects and cosmetic discrepancies.

• Inspect completed work to verify finish quality, appearance, and workmanship.

• Use appropriate hand tools, power tools, and aircraft painting equipment.

• Maintain accurate documentation of completed work.

• Collaborate with other painters, technicians, and maintenance personnel to support production requirements.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Competencies

• Attention to Detail: Maintains high standards for aircraft appearance, finish quality, and workmanship.

• Technical Knowledge: Understands aircraft surface preparation, painting, and finishing processes.

• Quality Focus: Identifies paint defects and ensures completed work meets established standards.

• Teamwork: Works effectively with other painters, technicians, and team leads.

• Dependability: Completes assigned tasks responsibly and maintains reliable attendance.

• Safety Awareness: Follows established safety procedures and proper work practices.

Summary of Education, Experience and Certification

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Aircraft painting, preparation, or related refinishing experience preferred.

• Experience with aircraft surface preparation, masking, stripping, painting, or polishing preferred.

• Must be available to work day or night shifts, including weekends as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of aircraft surface preparation and paint application practices.

• Ability to clean, mask, sand, strip, prime, paint, and polish aircraft surfaces.

• Familiarity with aircraft painting, preparation, and finishing equipment.

• Ability to identify and correct paint defects and cosmetic discrepancies.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a maintenance or paint team.

• Ability to work 10 hour shifts and overtime as required.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This position involves working in aircraft hangars and paint environments, with potential exposure to materials and conditions commonly associated with aircraft painting.

The employee must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently climb, bend, reach, turn, and work in various physical positions throughout the shift. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

GAL AeroStaff Contract Employee Benefits

Eligible GAL AeroStaff contract employees may receive:

• Medical benefits after 90 days of employment

• Three paid holidays per year after 90 days of employment: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day

• State mandated sick leave, where applicable

• Travel pay, when applicable to the assignment

• Per diem split, when applicable to the assignment

• Access to a 401(k) plan

Any employer 401(k) contribution or match is discretionary and is not guaranteed. GAL AeroStaff does not provide company wide vacation or sick leave beyond applicable state mandated requirements.