Responsibilities for this Position Position Title: Aircraft Painter Senior Date: Oct 14, 2024 Location: SAVANNAH, GA, US Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Aircraft Painter Senior in GAC Savannah Unique Skills: Need to know how to sand and buff urethane coatings. Knowledge of perfoming spot in paint repair work being able to match colors. Be self motivated, and help train others on the team. Education and Experience Requirements High School Diploma or GED required. 4 years related paint processes. Valid Drivers License required. Position Purpose: The Senior Aircraft Painter works independently to safely prepare, paint and detail aircraft according to schedule using company quality standards and operating procedures. Act on behalf of the Lead in their absence and provide assistance and work direction to other painters. Job Description Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: * Safely perform aircraft preparation, painting, and detailing of aircraft under minimal supervision. Coordinate with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs and quality specifications. * Assist supervision with assignment and accomplishment of work for assigned team members. Promote high standards of quality through instruction and by setting a good example for other painters to follow. Act on behalf of supervision as required. * Follow standard operating procedures when using tools and equipment such as dual action sanders, hydraulic lift platforms and paint sprayers. Properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools. * Follow standard operating procedures when using sealants, paint strippers and corrosion-preventive chemicals and use protective equipment as required. * Comply with safety rules and procedures and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk. * Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work. * Assist with aircraft movement in hangars. Additional Functions: * 1. Comply with Paint shop standard practices (SPT) process and WFR processes. . * 2. Mentor other members of Paint operations as required. . * 3. Offer continuous improvement ideas/participate in continuous improvement activities. . Perform other duties as assigned. Other Requirements: * Thorough and complete understanding of the GAMPS, paint operations SPT manual and paint WFR. * Advanced knowledge of paint processes and products (lacquers, enamels, epoxies, urethanes, and acrylics). * Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. * Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation. * Able to pass Pulmonary Function Test to obtain respirator certification. * Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift. * Must be computer literate. Additional Information Requisition Number: 223141 Category: Operations Percentage of Travel: Up to 25% Shift: First Employment Type: Full-time Posting End Date: 10/21/2024 Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee. Legal Information | Site Utilities | Contacts | Sitemap Copyright 2024 Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation. All Rights Reserved. A General Dynamics Company. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft #LI-JP1 Nearest Major Market: Savannah Job Segment: Aerospace, Compliance, Inspector, Hydraulics, Aviation, Legal, Quality, Engineering