Apprentice Aircraft Paint Technician
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Apprentice Aircraft Paint Technician
Pilatus is hiring an Apprentice Aircraft Paint Technician to join our program in Broomfield, CO. In this role, you will perform painting of aircraft exteriors and components such as fuselage, wings, fairings, horizontals, verticals, and flight controls in accordance with all technical data and unique customer specifications. Under direct supervision, you will also perform paint inspections, painting, sanding, priming, masking according to approved process specifications and FAA/FOCA requirements for our market-leading business aircraft, the PC-12 single-engine turboprop and the PC-24 Super Versatile Jet.
In this program, you are paid to learn valuable trade skills while attending related courses at Front Range Community College. If like us, you have a keen attention to detail, you will be right at home with a team of people who help bring our customers' dreams to life.
An apprenticeship at Pilatus will open the door to a wide choice of career opportunities. This dual-track model allows for both work-based and classroom-based instruction. The program starts in August 2026, and the duration is 3 years. Apprentices are eligible to earn a Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship from the U.S. Department of Labor.
- Performs customer-facing, finish-grade painting in accordance with applicable specifications by fabricating patterns, stencils, templates and operating spray equipment to apply finish coats
- Prepares aircraft surfaces by sanding, masking, and priming surfaces for final layout and painting
- Maintains accurate records and documents and complete signoffs in a timely manner
- Ensures all work is performed according to applicable regulatory requirements, customer specifications, and established quality standards and procedures and notifies appropriate personnel of any deviations
- Follows safety policies and uses required personal protective equipment in accordance with company and government regulations and guidelines
- Works with and accepts guidance from Leads and higher skilled technicians to develop and refine skills and techniques
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
- Patience to learn new skills in an on-the-job training environment
- Paid tuition, class fees, and books when taking technical based classes or approved programs for the entire program
- 11 paid holidays a year, plus 6 days of paid personal time, and 15 days of paid vacation time to start, with an increase to 4 weeks of paid vacation time after 5 years
- 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9, 600 annually
- Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2, 250 for single coverage and $3, 000 for family coverage annually
- 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
- Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
- We are actively interviewing and encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be accepted through July 24, 2026, or until the position is filled
- This position will begin in August 2026, with a starting pay rate of $18.00 per hour and a progressive wage schedule per the program guidelines for years 2 and 3
- We want to address everyone with our job ad's and are committed to diversity in our company - we are looking forward to receiving your online application
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Amber Holmes
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