Aircraft Painter- Decatur, TX

** Aircraft Painter- Decatur, TX****Job Category****:** Aviation Maintenance **Requisition Number****:** OAAIR013965 Showing 1 location **Job Details****Description**Job SummaryResponsible for priming and epoxy painting of aircraft, fabricated, production and/or aircraft parts to blueprint specifications, and/or customer paint schemes.Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:Paint Aircraft and aircraft PartsPaint strip aircraft using chemical and mechanical methodsPriming and Epoxy Painting of aircraft, fabricated, production and/or aircraft parts to blueprint specifications and/or customer paint schemePreparing parts for painting process using body fillers, glazing putty, sanding, masking, cleaningCleaning of paint booth or related areas, changing booth filters, and maintaining a clean and safe work environmentAssist lead aircraft painter in paint scheme layoutAssist Lead Aircraft Painter in controlling paint and related consumables inventory and shelf lifeCommunication and coordination of projects with other departments, leads and supervisorsCoordinates with repair station inspectors for final inspection and sign-off of completed tasksReview completed work and ensure that the completed parts are protected from damageControl and management of essential documentation tasksMaintains proper operation and cleanliness of shop equipmentMaintains aircraft, work area and hangar cleanlinessAlodine aircraft , fabricated and/or machined partsMaintains and follows shop safety rulesOther Duties as assigned.Additional Job RequirementsRegular scheduled attendanceIndicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 0%Subject to applicable laws and Air Methods policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods employment practices and policies.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position has no supervisory responsibilities.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.Education & ExperienceHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED); and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Trade School Certificate preferred.Demonstrates fundamental concepts and knowledge of priming and painting.3-5 years professional painting experience, aircraft painting preferred.SkillsKnows fundamental concepts and practices. Applies company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues.Can work independently; receive little instruction on day-to-day work. Balances multiple demands and competing prioritiesEquipment UsedHVLP paint gunHVLP Pressure potPositive pressure respiratorStandard respiratorGrinderD/A SanderPolisherRelated hand and pneumatic toolsLaddersCertificates, Licenses, RegistrationsMust be able to be trained to Title 40 Code of Federal Regulations Part 63.11173(e)(1) within 30 days of hire.This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.**Qualifications****Skills****Behaviors****:****Motivations****:****Education****Experience****Licenses & Certifications**Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)