Composite Paint, Prep, & Sanding Technician

Responsibilities

• Apply primer and top paint to composite panels using spray guns in accordance with predefined processes
• Prepare surfaces by removing dust and contaminants using compressed air or chemical wipes
• Perform minor sanding and surface preparation prior to painting
• Inspect finished parts for imperfections such as fish eyes, solvent pops, pinholes, and dry paint
• Verify paint thickness using a thickness gage after parts are dry and de-masked
• Maintain spray guns and breathable air hoods by cleaning and replacing worn parts or filters
• Manage daily paint booth operations, including cleaning and preparing the booth for subsequent runs

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of professional painting experience
• Proficiency using tools such as spray guns, sanders, and sanding blocks
• Ability to wear required safety gear, including respirators, face shields, coveralls, and steel-toe footwear
• Ability to work a weekly rotating shift schedule (day/afternoon)
• Ability to pass an annual medical examination

About the Company

Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd is part of Airbus, a global leader in aerospace, defense, and connected services. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace to provide efficient and technologically advanced solutions, offering the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.