Body Shop Technician at AAA United States Inc

Duluth, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Composite repair, Body filler application, Sanding, Grinding, Paint spraying, Blueprint reading, Pneumatic tools, Hand tools, Surface preparation, Quality inspection, Technical documentation, Safety compliance, Time management, Teamwork, Communication

Industry

Professional Services

Description

Description About the Company: We provide specialized subcontracting and technical assistance services to support clients in the transport and aerospace industries. We work closely with clients to ensure that our solutions meet their needs and exceed their expectations. Our team members are motivated individuals that do remarkable things every day! Position Summary: AAA, United States, Inc. has partnered with a company in Duluth, Minnesota that produces composite "fiberglass" parts such as Wings, Fuselages, Horizontals, and their accompanying parts for the Cirrus SR20, SR22 piston airplane, and the SF50 Vision Jet. We are looking for experienced Aircraft Interior Installers who are seeking their next opportunity in a complex and ever-changing work environment! Essential Functions: Develops skills inspecting aircraft components, sub assemblies, and composite parts in preparation for body work process Begins Identifying and communicating defects and/or errors to supervisor when discovered Listens and follows instructions, asking questions as needed Manually applies body filler per procedures to establish a smooth surface contour and finish Develops skills to utilize air tools and hand tools for high volume sanding Strictly adheres to personal protective equipment requirements Follows safety data sheets, technical data sheets and hazardous waste disposal procedures Uses planning documents to ensure accurate completion of job duties Develops skill in spraying surfaces of manufactured products with protective material, such as paint primers, finishing coats, or gel coat using a spray gun or “dump (gravity fed) gun” in a paint booth Regulates paint sprayer width and pressure according to knowledge of painting and priming techniques Removes excess material from surfaces of manufactured and purchased parts in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, processes, and procedures; resulting in a smooth and clean surface matching the surface requirements and shape of the drawings Primarily utilizes air tools for purposes of high volume sanding/grinding. Fills voids or cavities and dents or repairs defects as necessary, manually applies body filler per procedures to re establish a smooth surface contour and finish Repairs damaged metal and composite components, using pneumatic tools and knowledge of metal and composite repair techniques Grinds, sands, and finishes excess filler to match required surface finish and contour Applies masking tape and protective paper or barriers over parts and areas, which are not to be coated. May apply color transfers or registration numbers, or other lettering over the primary paint Able to read, interpret and work from engineering drawings, blue prints, production illustrations and other specifications to determine the identity, location and relationship of aircraft parts Must be able to fill out work instructions properly, able to understand the planning flow and be able to adjust and explain the planning procedures Must be able to understand all process specifications and pertinent reference information Must be proficient in completing forms necessary to generate work and changes to work orders, pick lists, drawings, and other related documents Requirements High School diploma or GED Minimum one-year related experience and/or training preferred Ability to develop relationships and utilize interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast paced, team environment Must possess the highest level of integrity and have the ability to communicate errors to leadership Has the initiative to finish assignments and personal accountability for time management Reliable and dependable work ethic and can adapt to changing work requirements Has the ability to read drawings/blue prints and can calculate dimensions in a thousandth of an inch Has knowledge of basic tools and uses good judgement when selecting the proper tool for the job

Responsibilities

The technician will perform body work on aircraft composite parts, including sanding, filling, and painting to meet engineering specifications. They are responsible for identifying defects, maintaining surface quality, and adhering to safety and hazardous waste disposal procedures.