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.
Working conditions
- This position typically takes place indoors. As part of this role, the employee should be comfortable working in an environment with minimal natural light, adapting to a variety of lighting conditions as needed to complete tasks with accuracy and precision.
- Extended hours, holidays and weekends work are required as needed, and the employee should be prepared to work outside of standard business hours when necessary to meet organizational needs.
- Noise and vibration are common in this line of work, particularly when engines are being tested or machinery is being used. As such, ear protection is necessary to ensure employee safety and comfort.
- Works in an environment with variable amounts of dust, taking necessary precautions to protect themselves and others from respiratory issues.
- Works in varying temperatures inside bay areas, adapting to temperature changes and utilizing appropriate PPE as needed to ensure personal comfort and safety.
- Works in environments with hot surfaces and confined space areas, using necessary protective equipment and following established safety protocols to minimize risks.
- Demonstrates awareness of the risks of exposure to toxic substances and follows established safety procedures to minimize exposure, taking necessary precautions to protect themselves and others.
- Demonstrates awareness of the risks of exposure to toxic substances, such as chromium, and follow established safety procedures to minimize exposure, taking necessary precautions to protect themselves and others.
- The employee should be comfortable working in these conditions and take necessary safety precautions as needed.
- This position may require performing Medical Checks due to the hazardous conditions while working