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Who we are and where we are going:
Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. Ascent Aviation Services continues to grow and are continually looking for motivated and career minded aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals.
Core Values:
RESPECT – For each other, our facilities, equipment and our customer’s needs.
SAFETY – Continuously pursuing an accident and injury free environment.
QUALITY – Zero post-delivery defects and audit ready all the time.
RESULTS – On-time, all the time. Meeting our commitments.
We are seeking an Lead Aircraft Painter to join our teams. The Aircraft Painter will perform functions assigned in the painting and stripping processes of aircraft and equipment.
You will get more than just compensation at Ascent Aviation:
- 401K with company match
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Disability
- PTO
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Development and Career Growth Opportunities
- EAP
Essential Job Functions:
- Ensures that all work performed complies with applicable technical data, FAA regulations and Ascent Aviation policies and procedures.
- Works closely with immediate supervisor as well as Production Control Booth Coordinator to keep them informed on actual work progress in areas of responsibility.
- Performs and assigned maintenance work including painting surfaces of aircraft and applying knowledge of surface preparation and painting techniques.
- Cleans, sands, applies chemical solutions to prepare and condition surfaces prior to painting.
- Mixes and thins paint or other coating to specified color and consistency according to standard formulas or color charts, using spatula or mixing equipment and viscometer.
- Masks and covers surfaces not to be painted.
- Sprays specified amount of thickness of primer, protective, decorative, or finish coatings, such as paint, lacquer, sealer, or enamel onto prepared surfaces using spray equipment.
- Lays out and paints insignias, symbols, designs, or other spanings on aircraft according to blueprints or specifications, using stencils patterns, measuring instruments, brushes, or spray equipment.
- Regulates controls on equipment to cure and dry paint or other coatings.
- Sets up portable ventilators, exhaust units, ladders, and scaffolding prior painting.
- Operates lifting and moving devices to move materials and equipment and access areas to be painted.
- Make recommendations to management to improve productivity, increase efficiencies, or cut costs.
- Performs orientation and on the job training for employees. Ensures that training is documents in employee training records.
- Enforces company policies and safety regulations and the proper use of equipment and ensures that quality standards are met.
- Tracks time spent on each work order and ensures the time is logged on time card correctly.
- Coordinates activities of workers including assigning work duties for maximum utilization of manpower and analyzing and resolving work problems.
- Estimates non-routine Job Cards during checks.
Marginal Job Functions:
- Ensure all work performed is done in a safe manger
- Direct activities to protect employees from harm and maintain safe working conditions
Qualifications:
Required
- High School diploma or equivalent
- A&P License or Repairman’s certificate
- 3-5 years of painting experience
- Capable of working independently or under supervision.
- Flexibility to work at both Marana, AZ and Tucson, AZ locations as business needs dictate.
Preferred
- Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to adhere to deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail and mathematical proficiency.
- Ability to read, write, and comprehend English with the capability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Proficient in interpreting and applying technical data relevant to the position.
Work Location: Aircraft maintenance hangar, flightline, and Avionics Shop.
Potential Hazards: Exposure to high intensity noise levels, extreme changes in temperature, electrical charges and radar waves, materials identified on Safety Data Sheets, working around moving machinery.
Protective Equipment Required: Goggles, safety glasses, face shields, ear protection, aprons, gloves, safety harnesses, breathing equipment.
Physical Demands: Requires standing for extended periods of time. Requires frequent walking, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching above shoulder level and crouching. Requires occasional kneeling, balancing, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling weight up to 50 pounds unassisted. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range
SMS REQUIREMENTS
- Employees are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations. These rules are written in the interest of preserving the lives and the resources entrusted to each employee, and when the rules are violated, the risk of a mishap is usually increased.
- Employees shall participate in safety education programs and train to recognize hazards on the job and how to report them promptly. As a condition of employment, each member of Ascent Aviation agrees to report errors, incidents, and accidents honestly.
- Any employee who observes an unsafe action or condition should bring it to the attention of supervisors and managers. Certain conditions may allow the employee to easily correct a condition or situation.
- In all cases, the employee must notify his/her supervisor of any actions taken by the employee. The first employee to observe an accident or incident should take immediate action to alert appropriate responders/supervision and to take reasonable steps to prevent further injury, or damage.
Duties not listed within the position description may be required of the employee at the discretion of the department management. Job functions may vary due to irregular working conditions or multiple shift positions.
Ascent Aviation Services is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. EEO/AA/F/M/VET/DIS