Telecommut
Position Summary
To safely and efficiently prepare and prime aircraft for exterior paint and coating application in accordance with customer and project specifications as well as industry regulations.
Essential Job Functions
- Report to your workstation for your regularly scheduled shift(s) prior to your start time.
- Meet with department Crew Lead to receive daily activity assignment:
- Ask questions to obtain clarity on Crew Leads expectations (quality & timing)
- Complete assigned work in compliance with training received and continuous instruction from your Crew Lead, in accordance with Transport Canada and Federal Aviation Administration guidelines
- When task is complete, have your Crew Lead sign off and accept the next task.
- If your Crew Lead states that the job is incomplete or does not meet quality requirements; inquire what Flexjet expectations are and which specific area(s) require rework. Ask for clarification to ensure understanding.
- Ensure to report to your assigned workstation for your regularly scheduled shift prior to your start time and respect the start & stop times of scheduled breaks.
- Maintain professional work habits at all times.
- Preparation of Aircraft for Paint in accordance with the standard procedures, including but not limiting to masking, washing and sanding.
- Painting of Aircraft in accordance with stand procedures, including but not limiting to mix, blend and match paint.
- Performance of internal quality inspections during each phase of the paint activity
- Support the completion of required documentation in accordance with AS9100 standards
- Properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools.
- Measure, weigh, or mix cleaning solutions, using measuring tanks, calibrated rods or suction tubes.
- Follow standard operating procedures where PPE (personal protective equipment) is required and when using tools and equipment such as dual action sanders and hydraulic lift platforms.
- Follow standard operating procedures when using sealants, paint strippers, and corrosion-preventive chemicals and use protective equipment as required.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
- Completion of secondary school is required.
- Ideally 3 years of transferable skills (Bus, Boat, Auto Painting, Bodywork or Paint Preparation experience).
- Good mobility, manual dexterity and physical condition to work in areas on and around the aircraft where access may be limited.
- Ability to maintain professional work habits at all times.
- Able to understand and follow direction with minimal supervision
- Proven ability to communicate effectively orally and written
- Ability to trouble-shoot and problem solve
- Able to work both independently and within team environment, tasks may be shared or reallocated daily.
- Must have flexibility to adapt to changing demands and schedules, including needs of the organization.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to maintain effective relationships.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
This is a full-time (FT) position where hours will change due to business operational needs and flexibility is required.
Day Shift
The current shift structure is as follows:
Mon-Thu 4x10hr shifts (6am-5pm)
Night Shift
Mon-Thu 4x10hr shifts (4pm-3am)
Weekend Shift
Fri-Mon 4x10hr shifts (6am-5pm).
Compensation
Hourly: $31.23
We offer competitive compensation including 6% RRSP matching, 10% deferred compensation, second-shift premium, and Health/Medical/Dental/Life benefits to qualified and highly motivated candidates.
Working Conditions
- Regular periods during which physical effort is required, e.g., walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.
- Exposure to factors such as temperature variations/extremes, fumes, moving machinery, humidity, and materials which can cause periods of discomfort.
- Work involves repetitive, hands-on tasks requiring sustained physical effort and manual dexterity.
- Able to lift and transport up to 40 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
- Able to wear protective equipment for extended periods of time including particle masks, goggles, assorted gloves, head bonnets, and disposable protective suits.
- Frequent need to give concentrated attention, with one or two senses at a time, where stimuli are changing.
- Occasional direct and indirect pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy or similar demands.
- There is modest pressure from deadlines or other productivity standards. Work can be somewhat repetitious.
- Work at elevated heights when required
