Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking a Paint Preparation Technician for our Part 145 Repair Station - Metro Gulf Division in Lafayette, Louisiana.

  

Our mission is to provide the safest and highest quality traditional aircraft operations, completions, and maintenance so that we will:

• Allow our customers to safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile,
• Allow our employees to exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and
• Ensure the financial stability of the corporation.

Our goal is to find qualified candidates who value our mission and contribute to our overall safety culture.

We invest in the well-being of our employees. The following FREE benefits are offered to all full-time employees: Family Health and Prescription Insurance, Family Dental Insurance, Family Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program.

 

Job Objective

The Paint Preparation Technician is responsible to effectively prepare aircraft body parts for paint completion.

Essential Functions

• Prepare surfaces for painting by sanding, cleaning, and masking
• Mix and apply fillers to aircraft body parts and fuselage
• Ensure that all surfaces are properly prepared for painting
• Sand and buff completed paint scheme on aircraft body parts and fuselage
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA)

• Attention to detail
• Willingness to learn
• High technical aptitude
• Strong initiative
• Team player
• Knowledgeable of all applicable Federal Rules and Regulations
• Ability to supply personal tools and toolbox
• Possess work ethics of honesty, integrity, and commitment to maintaining safe and compliant aircraft
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet deadlines

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in paint preparation or a related field
• Knowledge of paint mixing and application techniques

Physical Demands

• Walking, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, kneeling, squatting for extended periods of time
• Climbing heights on various equipment
• Lifting up to 50 or more pounds
• Must have sufficient vision and ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (High Visibility clothing, Ear protection, safety glasses) when required

Work Environment

• Indoor/Outdoor environment with potential extreme hot and cold temperatures
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals is possible
• Moderate to loud noise level 
• Heavy machinery used

Work Status, Schedule, Travel

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Monday-Thursday 7:00 am-4:30 pm, Friday 7:00 am-12:00 pm
• Overtime necessary depending on workload 
• No travel required

 

Metro Aviation, Inc. is committed to employees, customers, and the community to promote diversity and inclusion by developing policies, programs, and procedures that foster a work environment where differences are respected and employees are treated fairly.

 

Metro Aviation, Inc. prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind and ensures Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all aspects of the relationship between Metro Aviation, Inc. and its employees, including recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies.