Aircraft Painter Location: San Antonio, TX Duration: 6 months Position Responsibilities: The Aircraft Painter coats surfaces of aircraft with paint, lacquer, epoxy, resin or other material, using brushes, rollers, spray guns and other devices, removes old paint from aircraft, using liquid paint remover and scraper. Smoothes surface with sandpaper and steel wool, roughens aluminum surfaces with acid solution and steel wool to insure that paint adheres to surface, masks and covers portions of surfaces not to be painted, and paint insignia, letters or numerals on aircraft surface, using stencils. Paint Experience: Relevant paint experience is considered painting multi-staged paint processes (base coat/clear coat) at large scale with compressed air (automobile, boat, etc.). Adhesive Materials/Processes - Knowledge of adhesive materials (such as epoxy, urethane, polyimide, reinforcements, etc.) and processes. Color Match - Knowledge of color space, color analysis, paint formulation, and paint application techniques to evaluate, match, and develop decorative finishes. Engineering Drawings & Specs - Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications (e.g., blueprint/schematic reading, specification, change, design). General Shop Processes - Complete knowledge of shop processes to include Foreign Object Damage/Debris (FOD) prevention, material handling, safety, calibration requirements and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Materials & Processing - Knowledge of material processing for metals (e.g., welding forging, heat treat, machining, forming), polymers and composites (e.g., autoclave curing, Client-up, co-curing, repair), sealants and finishes processing (e.g., plating, painting, surface preparation, fay surface sealing, fillet sealing), and ceramic (e.g., high temperature processing, machining) and electronic materials (e.g., soldering, printed circuit board cleaning, conformal coating). Organic Chemical Processing - Knowledge of organic chemical processes (such as top-coating, priming, surface cleaning). Polymers & Composite Materials - Knowledge of polymers and composite materials (such as carbon, fiberglass, aramid, adhesives, thermoset/thermoplastic resins). Ability to perform the following requirements: Lift less than 25 pounds (Occasional lifting of 21-35 pounds), bend and twist at the waist, walk, crawl, crouch, stand for long periods, kneel, reach, climb/balance, flexion/extension Contact with sealants and solvents, exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required. Experience understanding and interpreting detailed written and verbal work instructions and processes Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities Occasional (1 to 3 hrs.) finger manipulation Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs.) Frequent walking on flat surfaces Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls Occasional contact with metals Exposure to plastics and solvents to atmospheric conditions Frequent exposure to noise Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): 2+ years’ experience in the position responsibilities listed above Experience reading blue prints and document specification Experience working from heights and using fall protection equipment. Ability to complete Fall protection training. Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): 2+ years’ hands on experience sanding, taping, mixing material, the application of paint 2+ years’ experience working on military and commercial platforms 1+ years’ experience working with hazardous chemicals Education / Experience: High school or GED As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability status, political affiliation, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.