Conair Aerial Firefighting
Location
Abbotsford, BC | Canada
Job description
Conair is the largest, privately owned, fixed-wing aerial firefighting company in the world, operating a fleet of 70 specialized aircraft to fight forest fires. We have been supporting government agencies around the globe for over 50 years, with a reputation of providing service excellence, making us an industry leader. We are aerospace engineering experts, creating 15 different airtanker types, converting hundreds of aircraft into airtankers. We are aviation maintenance experts, performing repair, maintenance and overhaul on our fleet. And we are operators, providing airtankers, crew and maintenance on contract over fire seasons to government agencies including Canada, the US, Australia and France. The culture at Conair is built on a teamwork, with a commitment to people, safety and service. We are proud of who we are, what we do and how we do it, protecting our world from wildfires.
We currently have an opening for a full-time permanent Paint Shop Technician, based in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada.
Reporting to the Paint Shop Lead Hand, the Paint Shop Technician will operate under minimal supervision, will be responsible for all aspects of the paint process including paint prepping and finishing. They will be required to perform any or all functions from preparation of the aircraft for painting processes up to and including the final painting and inspection of aircraft surfaces, aircraft parts, components, and manufactured products.
As a paint technician, a high caliber of technical ability, quality, productivity, and attention to safety is expected in this role.
In this role your duties will include the following:
- Remove paint, clean, chemically process and paint on aircraft surfaces, parts, components, assemblies, and manufactured products;
- Layout custom designs, decals and registration markings as required;
- Maintain tools and equipment used;
- Assist less experienced staff with learning new skills, procedures, and safety practices;
- Assist in creating a positive work environment by communicating Conair’s philosophy and objectives to less experienced staff or contractors;
- Complete tasks safely using appropriate protective equipment and measures including maintaining a safe work area. Ensure all measures are taken for a safe work environment;
- Perform all duties in accordance with Conair’s Policies and Procedures and applicable regulations;
- Maintain currency as applicable to Conair Memos, Maintenance Bulletins, and notices;
- Other related duties as required.
We are looking for someone who has :
- Knowledge of WHMIS requirements, hazards and safety practices relating to paint crew activities and supervisor responsibilities for team member health and safety;
- Advanced knowledge of paints, primers, paint removers and other chemicals and products pertaining to the trade;
- Understanding of aircraft parts and components and their compatibility with paint products and chemicals;
- Knowledge of and ability to use and maintain the tools and equipment required for the trade;
- Ability to interpret technical data and product manufacturer information;
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision;
- Ability to accurately layout and mask paint designs, lettering etc.;
- Ability to clearly communicate methods, procedures, standards, and quality requirements to employees with less skills and/or experience;
- A team player with the ability to deal with people in a polite and courteous manner;
- Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
Training/Education:
- Completion of grade 12 or equivalent;
- Formal training in aircraft refinishing (or equivalent training and experience);
- Minimum 5 years painting experience;
- Minimum 1 year aircraft refinishing experience;
- CCAA Painters Certification an asset;
- Fluent in English.
***Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship or permanent residency)***
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