Paint Prep Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Paint Prep Specialist

Reporting To :

Paint & Interior Manager

Working Hours :

Monday – Friday, 7 : 00 AM – 4 : 00 PM

Work Location :

Columbia Metropolitan Airport (KCAE) in West Columbia, SC

About Eagle Aviation

Eagle Aviation is a premier 24-hour / 7 days per week Fixed-Base Operator (FBO) in Columbia, South Carolina, with a rich history of over 55 years in the aviation industry. We specialize in 24-hour / 7 days per week line service, maintenance, avionics, aircraft completions, aircraft sales and support services, consistently delivering high-quality solutions tailored to our clients' needs. Our team is driven by a passion for aviation and a dedication to providing exceptional service. Become part of our team and help us continue our legacy of setting new standards in quality and service in the aviation industry.

Job Description

Eagle Aviation is seeking an Aircraft Paint Prep Specialist to join our team. This role is responsible for preparing aircraft surfaces for painting, ensuring proper adhesion and a high-quality finish. The Paint Prep Specialist will perform chemical stripping, sanding, taping, and surface treatments while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, works well in a team environment, and understands the importance of precision and efficiency in aircraft refinishing.

Key Responsibilities :

• Prepare aircraft surfaces for painting by taping, sanding, chemically stripping, and treating surfaces.
• Follow company policies and safety procedures to ensure compliance and workplace safety.
• Maintain and organize paint supplies, tools, and equipment to support efficient operations.
• Work with speed and attention to detail to meet project deadlines and quality standards.
• Perform visual inspections to ensure surfaces are properly prepped before painting.
• Keep the work area clean and organized while adhering to environmental and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with the paint and completions team to ensure seamless workflow.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the department.

Job Requirements

Compliance

Benefits Overview

Eagle Aviation offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes significant employer contributions toward medical, vision, and basic life insurance coverage for eligible employees. Voluntary options such as dental, short-term and long-term disability, additional life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (with available employer contribution) are also available. Employees can take advantage of a 401(K) plan with employer matching and a generous PTO program.

Compensation

Competitive wage commensurate with experience.

Nothing in this job description restricts managements rights to assign or reassign duties or responsibilities to this job at any time.

Company Description

Eagle Aviation is a premier, full-service FBO centrally located on the eastern seaboard in Columbia, South Carolina, with bases at both the Columbia Metro (KCAE) and Jim Hamilton - L.B. Owens Airport (KCUB). We have been providing aircraft sales and services to aviation clients around the world since 1967, and have worked tirelessly to earn our reputation for excellence. We’ve become a known and trusted name in sales, maintenance, completions, parts support and line service. Regardless of the reason of your visit, you can rest assured that the Eagle Aviation team will provide you with a professional and gratifying customer experience, time and time again. JOIN US

Company Description

Eagle Aviation is a premier, full-service FBO centrally located on the eastern seaboard in Columbia, South Carolina, with bases at both the Columbia Metro (KCAE) and Jim Hamilton - L.B. Owens Airport (KCUB). We have been providing aircraft sales and services to aviation clients around the world since 1967, and have worked tirelessly to earn our reputation for excellence. We’ve become a known and trusted name in sales, maintenance, completions, parts support and line service. Regardless of the reason of your visit, you can rest assured that the Eagle Aviation team will provide you with a professional and gratifying customer experience, time and time again. JOIN US