About this role
JOB SUMMARY
The Paint Prepper is responsible for preparing surfaces for painting by cleaning, and sanding ensuring a smooth finish for the final paint job.
MAJOR ROLES / RESPONSIBILITIES
· Inspect surfaces for contamination, damage, or imperfections that need to be addressed before painting.
· Clean and degrease surfaces to ensure proper adhesion of paint.
· Sand and scrape surfaces to remove old paint, rust, or other imperfections, ensuring a smooth base for painting.
· Fill cracks, dents, or other surface imperfections with appropriate filling materials to create an even surface.
· Mask and protect areas that should not be painted, ensuring clean lines and preventing overspray.
· Conduct a final inspection of the prepared surfaces to ensure they meet quality standards before painting begins.
· Prepare aircraft surfaces for paint by cleaning, stripping, and abrading existing coatings and removing corrosion.
· Adhere to safety protocols to minimize risk of injury and property damage.
· Other duties as assigned.
Competencies:
· Attention to detail: Ability to notice imperfections and ensure high-quality preparation
· Knowledge of Tools: Familiarity with sanding tools, paint sprayers, and other equipment used in the painting process.
· Physical Stamina: Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including standing for long periods and lifting heavy materials.
· Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify issues and determine the best methods for surface preparation.