Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title:

Aircraft Painter L1

Organization:

Lufthansa Technik Puerto Rico (LTPR)

Department:

AROS

Description of the Position

Responsible for painting and cleaning both interior and exterior surfaces of customer aircraft, performing corrosion control prevention on aircraft parts, and installing aircraft placards. Aircraft Painter will also be responsible for creating and updating aircraft documentation, reading blueprints, identifying parts to request, and working with cutting tools for different materials.

Essential Responsibilities

• Responsible for the painting and cleaning of both interior and exterior surfaces of customer aircraft. This will include selecting appropriate cleaning agents, paints, and coatings, preparing surfaces for painting, and applying paint in accordance with established protocols and quality standards.
• Installation of aircraft placards will also be part of the employees’ duties. This will involve placing placards in the appropriate locations on the aircraft, ensuring that all required information is clearly visible and legible.
• Perform corrosion control prevention on aircraft parts, identifying and treating areas where corrosion may occur, and taking necessary steps to prevent future corrosion from developing.
• Accurate and thorough documentation is a critical component of this position. The employee will be responsible for creating and updating aircraft documentation before and after work is performed, ensuring that all necessary information is recorded accurately and in compliance with established standards.
• Use appropriate safety equipment and PPE as needed to complete job duties safely and effectively.
• Use of air and mechanical tools to paint aircraft parts will be necessary, as will the use of cutting tools for various materials. The employee should possess knowledge of these tools and be able to use them skillfully and safely.
• Read blueprints and identify parts needed for repairs is essential for success in this role. The employee should be able to accurately interpret technical drawings and specifications to identify necessary repairs and order parts as needed.
• Ensure all paperwork is written up as the job progresses in compliance with procedural requirements.
• Ensure that pertinent information describing the status of work performed by the outgoing shift is reflected in task cards.
• Carry out work in accordance with the applicable OEM Manuals, practices, approved procedures, documents and FAA regulations and requirements and the RSQCM manual.
• Be thoroughly familiar with all tools and equipment, including inspection aids, used within their assigned area of responsibility.
• Clock accurately to the correct job card and request materials from the correct job cards.

Education, Skills, and Competencies

• Airframe and Power plant degree or a related degree from an FAA-approved school, or equivalent workers trade certificate, is required for this position.

• Minimum 1 years related experience.
• Good verbal communication skills in English and Spanish (both written and spoken)

• Knowledge of painting mix and application is necessary for this position, as is the ability to work at high altitudes when aircraft paint is required for the tail and upper fuselage of the aircraft.

• Trained or have the knowledge and experience in the performance of maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations authorized by the repair station certificate and operations specifications to ensure all work is performed in accordance with part 43 (See, 14 CFR § 145.151).
• Capacity for intercultural competence; capacity for teamwork, capacity to work under pressure.
• Thoroughly familiar with the applicable regulations, RSQCM manual, Repair Station Training Program, and the IQ MOVE processes used by LTPR for ensuring work is performed properly.
• Computer literacy

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