About Us:
Fleet Canada Inc., part of the De Havilland family, is an equal opportunity employer in the aerospace manufacturing sector. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and work environments. Located in Fort Erie, Ontario, our dynamic 500,000 sq. ft. build-to-print facility specializes in manufacturing sheet-metal, machined, and composite parts and assemblies for several major aerospace OEMs.
We are currently launching an exciting new program and are seeking bright, talented individuals who are eager to lead and grow with our evolving organization. Our culture is grounded in mutual respect and driven by a passion for continuous improvement. Fleet Canada Inc. offers fulfilling careers in a variety of areas, including production, engineering, quality, methods planning, and management.
Join our reputable, family-oriented team, where careers are not only built—but nurtured. Enjoy the rewards of a stable, fast-paced, and growing company that values your success and offers ample opportunities for professional development.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a detail-oriented Industrial Painter / Prep & Paint Technician to join our manufacturing team. This role is responsible for preparing metal components for painting, applying protective or finish coatings, and ensuring high-quality results that meet all customer and specification requirements.
You will play a critical role in the final stages of production—ensuring all parts are properly prepared, painted, and documented prior to assembly or shipment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, mask, sand, grind, and hang parts for paint or coating processes.
- Mix paint and materials uniformly, ensuring proper viscosity, shelf life, and application standards.
- Apply primers and topcoats using spray equipment, adjusting settings as needed to meet specifications (including mil thickness and gloss).
- Inspect and test coatings for proper finish, gloss, adhesion, and thickness using gauges/meters.
- Touch up, buff, and perform surface repairs as required.
- Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and paint instructions.
- Complete all required documentation, including paint cards, flow charts, thickness records, and traceability logs.
- Operate overhead cranes and safely move parts through production stages on schedule.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and workstations in clean, safe working condition.
- Follow all company safety protocols, including use of PPE (e.g., respirators, gloves, goggles).
- May perform additional related duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 2 years experience in industrial or aerospace paint/prep environments.
- Strong understanding of surface preparation, masking, and paint mixing techniques.
- Ability to read blueprints and work to technical specifications.
- Familiarity with paint testing equipment (thickness gauges, gloss meters, etc.).
- Ability to follow traceability and documentation protocols accurately.
- Overhead crane experience an asset.
- Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment with exposure to noise, fumes, and heat.
Ideal Candidate:
- Surface Prep Expert: You have hands-on experience with sanding, grinding, masking, and cleaning metal surfaces, and understand how critical proper preparation is for a flawless finish.
- Coating Precision: You apply primers, topcoats, and protective finishes with accuracy—controlling spray patterns, adjusting pressure settings, and meeting exact thickness and gloss requirements.
- Documentation-Driven: You understand the importance of traceability and consistently complete paint cards, flow charts, and measurement logs with precision and accountability.
- Inspection Mindset: You take the time to visually and physically inspect your work using gauges and meters, ensuring that each part meets spec before it moves forward.
- Physically & Safety Ready: You’re comfortable working in a fast-paced, physical environment, always wearing proper PPE and following protocols to protect yourself, your team, and the product.
If you are driven, precise, and ready to contribute to a team that values quality and innovation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Fleet Canada.Inc
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $20.00-$23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Fort Erie, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you currently authorized to work in Canada without any restrictions, or are you on a work permit (please note that being on a work permit will require additional processing time which may delay the hiring process)?
Experience:
- industrial painting: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
