About the role
Conair is the largest, privately owned, fixed-wing aerial firefighting company in the world, operating a fleet of 70 specialized aircraft to fight forest fires. We have been supporting government agencies around the globe for over 50 years, with areputation of providing service excellence, making us an industry leader. We are aerospace engineering experts, creating 15 different airtanker types, converting hundreds of aircraft into airtankers. We are aviation maintenance experts, performing repair, maintenance and overhaul on our fleet. And we are operators, providing airtankers, crew and maintenance on contract over fire seasons to government agencies including Canada, the US, Australia and France. The culture at Conair is built on a teamwork, with a commitment to people, safety and service. We are proud of who we are, what we do and how we do it, protecting our world from wildfires.
We are seeking a skilled Paint Shop Technician to join our team in Abbotsford, British Columbia. Reporting to the Paint Shop Lead Hand, you will work with minimal supervision and play a key role in delivering high-quality aircraft finishes.
This is a hands-on, detail-oriented role encompassing all stages of the aircraft painting process from surface preparation to final coating and inspection. Your work will directly contribute to the safety, durability, and appearance of our specialized fleet.
In this role your duties will include the following:
- Prepare, clean, strip, chemically treat, and paint aircraft surfaces, components, and assemblies
- Apply primers, coatings, decals, and custom markings to specification
- Layout and mask designs, lettering, and registration markings from technical drawings
- Inspect finished work to ensure quality and compliance with standards
- Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, safe work environment
- Follow all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
- Support and mentor less experienced team members
- Promote a positive, safety-focused team culture
- Stay current with maintenance bulletins, procedures, and safety updates
- Perform other related duties as required
Our ideal candidate would be an individual who has:
- Strong knowledge of WHMIS requirements and safe handling of coatings and chemicals
- Advanced understanding of paints, primers, and surface preparation techniques
- Familiarity with aircraft materials and coating compatibility
- Ability to read and interpret technical data, drawings, and product specifications
- Experience using and maintaining painting tools and equipment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Effective communication skills with a collaborative mindset
Training/Education:
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
- Formal training in refinishing (preferred)
- 5 years of painting experience (preferred)
- Aircraft refinishing experience (asset)
- CCAA Painter Certification (asset)
- Fluent in English (written and verbal)
If you are qualified and interested in this position, please submit your resume to comework@conair.ca with Paint Shop Technician in the subject line.
***Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship or permanent residency)***
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About Conair Group Inc.
For over 50 years Conair Group Inc. (Conair) has led the aerial firefighting industry, supporting government agencies with the largest, privately owned, fixed-wing fleet in the world, flying up to 12,000 flight hours per year. A skilled team of 350 professionals equips the company’s 70 aircraft with the latest tools and technology, going above and beyond to ensure aircraft are ready to dispatch when needed to respond to wildfires. With a focus on safety, Conair offers pilots a specialized Training + Tactics Centre, the only one in the world of its kind, providing access to simulators that produce successful missions in real world operations.
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About the role
Conair is the largest, privately owned, fixed-wing aerial firefighting company in the world, operating a fleet of 70 specialized aircraft to fight forest fires. We have been supporting government agencies around the globe for over 50 years, with areputation of providing service excellence, making us an industry leader. We are aerospace engineering experts, creating 15 different airtanker types, converting hundreds of aircraft into airtankers. We are aviation maintenance experts, performing repair, maintenance and overhaul on our fleet. And we are operators, providing airtankers, crew and maintenance on contract over fire seasons to government agencies including Canada, the US, Australia and France. The culture at Conair is built on a teamwork, with a commitment to people, safety and service. We are proud of who we are, what we do and how we do it, protecting our world from wildfires.
We are seeking a skilled Paint Shop Technician to join our team in Abbotsford, British Columbia. Reporting to the Paint Shop Lead Hand, you will work with minimal supervision and play a key role in delivering high-quality aircraft finishes.
This is a hands-on, detail-oriented role encompassing all stages of the aircraft painting process from surface preparation to final coating and inspection. Your work will directly contribute to the safety, durability, and appearance of our specialized fleet.
In this role your duties will include the following:
- Prepare, clean, strip, chemically treat, and paint aircraft surfaces, components, and assemblies
- Apply primers, coatings, decals, and custom markings to specification
- Layout and mask designs, lettering, and registration markings from technical drawings
- Inspect finished work to ensure quality and compliance with standards
- Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, safe work environment
- Follow all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
- Support and mentor less experienced team members
- Promote a positive, safety-focused team culture
- Stay current with maintenance bulletins, procedures, and safety updates
- Perform other related duties as required
Our ideal candidate would be an individual who has:
- Strong knowledge of WHMIS requirements and safe handling of coatings and chemicals
- Advanced understanding of paints, primers, and surface preparation techniques
- Familiarity with aircraft materials and coating compatibility
- Ability to read and interpret technical data, drawings, and product specifications
- Experience using and maintaining painting tools and equipment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Effective communication skills with a collaborative mindset
Training/Education:
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
- Formal training in refinishing (preferred)
- 5 years of painting experience (preferred)
- Aircraft refinishing experience (asset)
- CCAA Painter Certification (asset)
- Fluent in English (written and verbal)
If you are qualified and interested in this position, please submit your resume to comework@conair.ca with Paint Shop Technician in the subject line.
***Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship or permanent residency)***
Not the right fit? Search for Paint Shop Technician jobs in Abbotsford, BC
About Conair Group Inc.
For over 50 years Conair Group Inc. (Conair) has led the aerial firefighting industry, supporting government agencies with the largest, privately owned, fixed-wing fleet in the world, flying up to 12,000 flight hours per year. A skilled team of 350 professionals equips the company’s 70 aircraft with the latest tools and technology, going above and beyond to ensure aircraft are ready to dispatch when needed to respond to wildfires. With a focus on safety, Conair offers pilots a specialized Training + Tactics Centre, the only one in the world of its kind, providing access to simulators that produce successful missions in real world operations.