Painter

Job Title :

Mold Remediate Worker

Department:

Construction

Reports To:

Site Supervisor / Contractor

Job Purpose:

A Painter will be responsible for preparing and applying paint, wallpaper and other finishes to surfaces, inside and out, following written and verbal instructions, and using a variety of tools to paint surfaces. Other responsibilities will include completing minor repairs and selecting correct paints and primers.

Key Responsibilities:

The general responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

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• To apply paint, stains, varnishes and other finishes

• To assemble scaffolding as required

• To cover trim, floors, furniture and other surfaces with masking tape, drop cloths and other protective coverings to keep them free of paint

• To set up ventilators and other safety equipment to protect other painters and personnel from unhealthy fumes

• To prepare surfaces to be painted by washing them, filling holes and cracks with putty and sanding them until they are smooth

• To apply primer and other sealers to paint surfaces to ensure that paint sticks to them

• To mix and match paint, stain and other finishes to job specifications

• To applying paint, stain and other finishes to paint surfaces using paintbrushes, rollers or sprayers

• To maintain an inventory of supplies like paint brushes, rollers and tarps

• To remove old finish using scrapers, chemical compounds or blowtorches

• To estimate time and material costs on painting projects

• To clean machines, equipment and work areas using water, solvents and other cleaning aids

• To review and implement work orders and assignments

• To remove and reinstall fixtures (e.g., doorknobs, electric switch covers) as necessary

• To follow safeguards, rules and regulations

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Working Conditions:

Working conditions, usually, include mostly working indoors and outdoors. The nature of the job is physically demanding and requires a lot of bending, kneeling, reaching, and climbing, along with, sometimes, working in varying climates, extreme heights or in uncomfortable positions.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Should be thorough and pay attention to detail

• Should have flexible and open to change

• Should be able to accept criticism and work well under pressure

• Should have customer service skills

• Should have knowledge of public safety and security

• Should have business management skills

• Should have steady hands, be precise, and be organized are all required

• Should be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

Physical Abilities:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. consistently

• Ability to be comfortable with use of ladders and scaffolding

• Ability to work in various positions, for example: crouching, kneeling, lying down, and access/work in low (40″) spaces

Qualification/ Experience:

The candidate should be at least 18 years of age, should at least have a high school degree, along with at least 3+ years of painting experience with on-the-job paint booth experience. Additionally, a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) required, a clean driving record with no moving violations and candidate must pass a background check and drug test.

Employee Acknowledgment:

I understand this job description and its requirements; I understand that this is not an exclusive list of the job functions and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned; I understand the job functions may be altered by management without notice; I understand that this job description in no way constitutes an employment agreement and that I am an at-will employee. I certify that I am able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.