Completions Painter A
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Job Summary:To learn the correct procedures to apply prime and finish coat to a variety of aircraft.Completions Painter A may be required to perform the duties and essential functions ofCompletions Painter B and Completions Painter C.Job Responsibilities:* Works from oral and written instructions and established shop practices to acquire the skillsnecessary to apply a uniform base coat to a variety of aircraft. Uses judgment in maintainingdesired finish to spray paint complete aircraft.* Acquires the knowledge of all paint preparation procedures including sand and fill,stripping/refurbishment, and paint detail processes.* Acquires the knowledge necessary to regulate and adjust spraying equipment to obtainthe required quality finish and economy of paint.* Learns to perform the more complicated overall aircraft spray painting assignmentsand/or regularly performs rework on completed aircraft under the guidance of Supervisionand higher grade painters.* Uses conventional air and HVLP spray painting equipment and is familiar with airless spraypainting equipment. Uses simple hand tools and some measuring equipment (i.e. a Zahn cup).Ascertains whether paint spraying equipment is in good operating order before and after spraypainting assignments.* Visually checks surface for discrepancies in paint to assure conformity to desired specificationsand learns to perform complicated rework.* Works in accordance with general safety procedures to avoid accidents. Maintains protectivesafety equipment such as goggles, masks and respirators in proper working order which mayinclude cleaning and replacing filters.* Responsible for own work and the quality of own work.* Performs other related duties as required.Education:Requires a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification tointerpret written specifications, verbal instructions, and apply simple math. Knowledge of proper mixing ofepoxy primers and paint.Experience:Over one year up to three years aircraft spray painting or equivalent experience. Must include experiencepainting overall top coat on completed aircraft.