AVIATION PAINT SHOP LEAD

Description

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe license preferred but not required

Three (3) years of finish coat experience in automotive or aircraft painting

Must have an understanding and working knowledge of hazardous material handling and disposal as related to the job assignment

Basic understanding of FAA regulations pertaining to FAR Part 145 repair station operations

Possess minimum required tools

Must be able to obtain airport SIDA badge

Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and overtime

Strong leadership, communication, and team coordination skills

Major Responsibility Areas and Duties

Leads a team of painters and assigns tasks based on project requirements and timelines

Works to verbal or written instructions and ensures team adherence to specifications

Oversees refinishing of aircraft, aircraft parts, and other assigned items

Ensures proper maintenance and operation of paint spraying equipment per manufacturer's instructions

Mixes materials used in the paint process and verifies correct mixtures are used by team members

Monitors work for quality, safety, and compliance with company and regulatory standards

Provides guidance, training, and support to painting team as needed

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb and work from ladders, work stands, and other heights.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, crouch, kneel, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
• Ability to hear at conversational level with hearing aide
• Must have correctable near and far vision

AIRBORNE Tampa is an equal opportunity employer and that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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