Aircraft Painter

PER DIEM: $600/wk for qualifying workers

Please include following language in the official offer to candidates:

"Acceptance of this offer means you understand the training commitment, and are comfortable with relocating (if you are not local)."

As a reminder, the hiring team does not plan on interviewing so its very important to vet the candidates and ensure they understand the position requirements.

Candidates must be available to work any of the 7 shifts

Days /Shift Hours: 7 DIFFERENT SHIFTS

3rd Shift 11p-6a Mon-Fri (starting sun night 11p)

1st Shift 6a-230p Mon-Fri

2nd Shift 230p-11p Mon-Fri

Alternative Work Schedule

1st Shift 5a-330p Mon-Thu (A Shift)

2nd Shift 5p-330a Mon-Thu (B Shift)

1st Shift 5a-530p Fri-Sun (C Shift)

2nd Shift 5p-530a Fri-Sun (D Shift)

Shifts: MULTIPLE – must be willing to work all 7 shifts, see job description for more information

Onsite/remote/hybrid: ONSITE

Additional Comments: Contractors will start on Friday with a class; class size is minimum of 6 contractors

Will be required to attend and pass all applicable training as a contingency of this assignment

Deviation Approval Rules:

1. To Start Assignment: Must have a negative drug screen and all onboarding paperwork completed by Tuesday prior to start date

2. Training Period: All remaining screening must be completed and cleared before the end of the training period or the contractor cannot move to the floor. Supplier must notify CLA when screening is complete.

3. Suspension: Contractors who have not completed screening by the end of the training period will be suspended from work until screening is complete; upon clearance, they may return to their regular shift

4. Disqualification: Contractors who do not meet contingency requirements or who do not complete screening in a timely manner will be removed from assignment.

Successful completion and clearance of all screening requirements is a contingency for this assignment.

Successful completion of training is a contingency for this assignment –formal classroom training

TRAINING REQUIREMENT

Training duration = 4 – 4.5 weeks

This position requires an individual to work at heights utilizing fall protection equipment. Candidate must be able to obtain Fall Protection Certification. This is also contingency of assignment - Fall Protection Regulations - OSHA 1926, 191066, 1910 Subpart D.

Candidates must be able to support all shifts per business needs. Shifts will be assigned during assignment to meet business needs.

Candidates will be required to attend and pass a training classes. This is a contingency for this assignment.

Job Description:

**Work statement is a non-managerial role, non-leadership role.**

Client South Carolina Site Requisition - Airport and North Campus Business Need

Company is seeking an Experienced - Aircraft Painter in Paint on the 787 Program in North Charleston, South Carolina.

Position Responsibilities:

• Performs painting of aircraft sections per customer's design and unique livery requirements.
• Verifies aircraft is ready for exterior finish.
• Makes necessary patterns, performs layout and applies prescribed primers, paints and finishes to exterior of aircraft.
• Prepares exterior surface of aircraft for painting.
• This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

• This position requires an individual to work at heights utilizing fall protection equipment.
• Candidate must be able to obtain Fall Protection Certification. This is also contingency of assignment - Fall Protection Regulations - OSHA 1926, 191066, 1910 Subpart D.
• Candidates must be able to support all shifts per business needs.
• Shifts will be assigned during assignment to meet business needs.
• Candidates will be required to attend and pass training classes.
• Failure of training may be cause for assignment termination

Paint Experience

• Adhesive Materials/Processes - Knowledge of adhesive materials (such as epoxy, urethane, polyimide, reinforcements, etc) and processes.
• Color Match - Knowledge of color space, color analysis, paint formulation, and paint application techniques to evaluate, match, and develop decorative finishes.
• Engineering Drawings & Specs - Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications (e.g., blueprint/schematic reading, specification, change, design).
• General Shop Processes - Complete knowledge of shop processes to include Foreign Object Damage/Debris (FOD) prevention, material handling, safety, calibration requirements and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD).
• Materials & Processing - Knowledge of material processing for metals (e.g., welding forging, heat treat, machining, forming), polymers and composites (e.g., autoclave curing, lay-up, co-curing, repair), sealants and finishes processing (e.g., plating, painting, surface preparation, fay surface sealing, fillet sealing), and ceramic (e.g., high temperature processing, machining) and electronic materials (e.g., soldering, printed circuit board cleaning, conformal coating).
• Organic Chemical Processing - Knowledge of organic chemical processes (such as top-coating, priming, surface cleaning).
• Polymers & Composite Materials - Knowledge of polymers and composite materials (such as carbon, fiberglass, aramid, adhesives, thermoset/thermoplastic resins).
• ''Must be willing to work any shift assigned, including overtime.
• Minimum of 3 years of painting experience in aircraft, automotive, or general painting.
• Required to wear fall protection gear, safety equipment and masks (OSHA STD state).

Ability to perform the following requirements:

• Lift less than 25 pounds (Occasional lifting of 21-35 pounds), bend and twist at the waist, walk, crawl, crouch, stand for long periods, kneel, reach, climb/balance, flexion/extension
• Contact with sealants and solvents, exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms
• Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required.
• Read, write, and comprehend the English language
• Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material
• Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities
• Occasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulation
• Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs)
• Frequent walking on flat surfaces
• Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces
• Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces
• Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands
• Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls
• Occasional contact with metals
• Exposure to plastics and solvents to atmospheric conditions
• Frequent exposure to noise

Basic qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Must be willing to work any shift assigned, including overtime.
• Required to wear fall protection gear, safety equipment and masks.
• Suitable candidates for these aircraft painter positions will have THREE years of direct Aerospace paint experience as a minimum requirement. CANDIDATES WITHOUT AEROSPACE PAINTING EXPERIENCE will NOT be considered.
• Minimum of 3 years of painting experience in aircraft, automotive, or general painting.
• Experience working from heights and using fall protection equipment.
• Ability to complete Fall protection training.

Preferred qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Previous Client experience
• Electrostatic handgun experience
• Experience operating lift equipment
• Preferably have greater than FIVE years of Aerospace painting experience.

TRAINING REQUIREMENT

Training duration = 4 – 4.5 weeks

This position requires an individual to work at heights utilizing fall protection equipment.

Candidate must be able to obtain Fall Protection Certification. This is also contingency of assignment - Fall Protection Regulations - OSHA 1926, 191066, 1910 Subpart D.

Candidates must be able to support all shifts per business needs. Shifts will be assigned during assignment to meet business needs.

Candidates will be required to attend and pass a training classes. Failure of training may be cause for assignment termination

Education / Experience:

• Education/experience typically acquired through basic education (e.g. High School diploma/GED) and typically 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. vocational school/Associate 2 years' related work, Bachelor, etc.).