Painter - Victoria, Canada - De Havilland

De Havilland

Verified Company

Victoria, Canada

3 days ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Ltd. ('DHC') is a proudly Canadian aerospace company currently transitioning its corporate headquarters to Calgary, AB.

DHC is undertaking a consolidation of its underlying subsidiary companies under a single brand currently offering engineering, aftermarket, new aircraft manufacturing, modifications, parts manufacturing, and flight training.

DHC currently has approximately 1,200 employees based in BC, AB and ON as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide.

Our strong entrepreneurial spirit, together with a culture of empowerment, quality and innovation create opportunities to grow and succeed in an organization with a proud heritage and bright future.

Position Profile
We are currently looking for a Manufacturing Painter to join our growing team in Sidney, BC (YYJ).

Become part of an exciting company with a vision of becoming a leader in aviation and aerospace in Canada and the world.

This position is part of the Unifor Local 114 bargaining unit. The successful applicant for this role will receive training appropriate to their area.

Duties & Responsibilities

Capable of meeting all DOT, Viking Air and customer quality requirements
Monitor stock of commonly used items to ensure adequate stocking levels
Able to assist in the training, direction and supervision of junior Employees
Able to work quickly, safely and with minimum supervision and fully aware of all Health and Safety hazards
Able to estimate and plan work on time and on budget
Able to perform paint stripping, corrosion removal, cleaning and preparation for any coatings
Able to prime and topcoat in accordance with Manufacturer's specifications and customer requirements
Able to prime and topcoat large surfaces
Able to prime large surfaces and topcoat small surfaces
Maintaining a clean work area, and alerting their Supervisor of any safety concerns
Be responsible to their assigned Charge Hand
Any other duties assigned

Education & Experience

Canadian provincial or interprovincial aircraft and/or automotive painter ticket including CCAA
Aviation Painter, ITAC, or equivalent ticket from another country is considered an asset
Experience working in an industrial facility with a safety mindset

Skills:

Strong attention to detail
Ability to perform extremely detailed work
Excellent verbal communication skills
Ability to read and understand complex drawings, blueprints, and work instructions
Good planning and organizational skills

Special Conditions

Shift work will be required based on shiftbid, seniority and company requirements
Work to be performed in noisy and often warm production areas, including working with chemicals — all PPE is required at all times
Occasionally required to lift heavy objects up to 40 lbs

At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.