Aircraft Painter B
Chipton-Ross is seeking 2 Aircraft Painters (Level B) for a contract opportunity in San Antonio, TX.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
5+ years experience in the position responsibilities listed above
5+ years hands on experience sanding, taping, mixing material, the application of paint
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
In this role the individual work assignments that will require them to mix paint, work with chemicals and all the preparation work required to prep the parts for paint application. This position will require them to work closely with other team members so the ability to work with others and share responsibilities is a desired attribute. This position will also require the ability to search and read the specifications in the DPS, engineering drawings to complete assignments given.Duties may include (but are not limited to):
The Aircraft Painter coats surfaces of aircraft with paint, lacquer, epoxy, resin or other material, using brushes, rollers, spray guns and other devices, removes old paint from aircraft, using liquid paint remover and scraper.
Smoothes surface with sandpaper and steel wool, roughens aluminum surfaces with acid solution and steel wool to insure that paint adheres to surface, masks and covers portions of surfaces not to be painted, and paint insignia, letters or numerals on aircraft surface, using stencils.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
5+ years experience working on military and commercial platforms
5+ years experience working with hazardous chemicals
Experience working from heights and using fall protection equipment
Ability to complete Fall protection training.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The candidate must be able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
Exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms
Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required.
Pass visual acuity and color perception tests
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
On occasion, a 2-person lift may be necessary for weights greater than 50 lbs
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 for an extended period of time
Occasional contact with metals
Frequent exposure to noise
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Minimum level of education required is a High School Diploma/GED.
WORK HOURS:
FULL TIME/SECOND SHIFT; 2:30 PM - 10:00 PM. Ability to work rotating shift.
**BENEFITS OFFERED:
This role is supporting a contract that is governed by SCA. Occupation Code and Title: 23050/Aircraft, Painter. Minimum Hourly Rate= $33.79/hr. Additional Pay=$5.09 Health & Welfare Benefit (paid for all straight time hours worked up to 40 hours per week)
VACATION: 2 weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service; 3 weeks paid vacation after 5 years of service; 4 weeks paid vacation after 15 years of service
HOLIDAY PAY: 11 paid holidays per year. New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth National Independence Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
ACCRUAL OF SICK LEAVE HOURS: 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked-up to 56 hours of paid sick leave each year.
Job Location: San Antonio, TX
Rate: Up to $38.88 DOE
Duration: 6 Months
Input Date: 09/04/2026
Attention: Brent Sizemore
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: bsizemore@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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