Senior Aircraft Painter
Put the Finishing Touch on World-Class Aircraft

Location: Savannah, GA
Schedule: Weekdays | Third Shift, 9:00 PM – 5:30 AM
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant
Pay Rate: $32.19 per hour

Role Summary

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to hire an experienced Senior Aircraft Painter. In this critical role, you will independently prepare, paint, and detail aircraft to exacting quality and safety standards. Your craftsmanship will directly impact the appearance, protection, and overall quality of finished aircraft delivered to customers around the world.

What You’ll Do

• Safely prepare, paint, and detail aircraft under minimal supervision while meeting schedule and quality requirements

• Coordinate with supervision and inspection teams to ensure compliance with internal procedures and FAA documentation and sign-offs

• Act on behalf of the Lead when needed and provide guidance, instruction, and support to other painters

• Promote high standards of quality by setting a strong example and mentoring team members

• Operate and maintain paint shop tools and equipment, including dual action sanders, paint sprayers, and hydraulic lift platforms

• Use sealants, paint strippers, and corrosion-preventive chemicals in accordance with standard operating procedures and safety requirements

• Maintain accurate records using the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign off completed work

• Assist with aircraft movement within hangars

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and share ideas to enhance paint operations

• Comply with all safety rules, identify unsafe conditions, and take action to protect people and property

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• Minimum of 4 years of related paint process experience

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation

• Advanced knowledge of paint processes and products, including lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, and acrylics

• Ability to pass a Pulmonary Function Test to obtain respirator certification

• Ability to climb ladders and stairs, work in confined spaces, lift up to 40 pounds, and work third shift

• Computer literacy

• Thorough understanding of paint operations procedures and manuals

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Aircraft industry paint experience

• Experience mentoring or providing work direction to other painters

• Familiarity with material tracking and quality documentation systems

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial

At PDS Tech Commercial, we value skilled trades professionals who take pride in precision and quality. When you join our team, you gain:

• Competitive hourly pay

• Stable, full-time third-shift work

• The opportunity to work on industry-leading aircraft programs

• A safety-focused, quality-driven culture

• Support from a trusted workforce partner dedicated to your success

Apply Today

If you are a skilled aircraft painter ready to put your expertise to work on high-quality aviation projects, we encourage you to apply today and take the next step in your career with PDS Tech Commercial.

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