Body Shop Technician - Weekend Shift

Position: Body Shop Technician I - Weekend Shift
Job Summary

Body Shop Technicians are the beginning of the exterior finishing process, prep exterior for primer and painting processes. The Body Shop is the beginning of the exterior finishing process. The Body Shop Technician is a learning role and will be taught how to mask parts, apply body filler, and sand filler materials to prep parts for primer and paint.

$3,000 Sign-on Bonus

Schedule:

This is a weekend shift role.

The schedule is Fri-Sat-Sun 5:00 AM - 5:30 PM (3 days, 12 hours each); 12% Weekend Shift Differential;
Overtime as required

* Please note that you will be required to train on one of the weekday shift schedules (either Mon-Thu 6:00 am to 4:30 pm or Mon-Thu 4:30 pm to 3:00 am) for 2-3 months. Once fully trained, you will begin working weekend shift.

Duties and Responsibilities/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

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* 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

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

* Drives Results:
Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.

* Ensures Accountability:
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.

* Situational Adaptability:
Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.

* Being Resilient:
Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.

Our Benefits:
Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

* 401(k) Plan:
Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.

* Employer-Paid Coverages:
Group term life, short- and…