What are the responsibilities and job description for the Painter - Plant Operations position at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center?
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center a member of the Medisys Health Network is a 404 bed fully accredited community-based teaching hospital and Level I Trauma and Stroke Center. Our Plant Operations Department offers comprehensive services including a full range of building trades services which are responsible for routine maintenance and minor/major space alterations, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, grounds maintenance, locksmith, custodial, moving and setup services.
We are currently seeking experienced facility Painters for immediate full-time day shift opportunities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direction and supervision of the Lead Painter, selected candidates will be responsible for the following duties:
- Selecting premixed paints and or preparing paint to match specified colors.
- Blending and mixing colors, pigment, oil, thinning, and drying substances.
- Applying compound and plaster to horizontal and vertical surfaces.
- Smoothing surfaces using sandpaper or other material/equipment.
- Filling holes, cracks, and joints with plaster, joint compound or other fillers.
- Maintaining, repairing, and applying finishes in hospital spaces.
- Painting door bucks, metal & wood frames.
- Removing debris from renovations/or construction areas.
- Utilizing basic carpentry tools, such as screw guns and sheetrock knives.
- Removing and installing basic wall and ceiling fixtures to prepare for painting or hanging wall coverings.
REQUIREMENTS
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Must have clean NYS Driver's license.
- MUST HAVE 10-20 years experience in applying paint, stains, etc. in a commercial facility setting, maintenance, protection, preparation, and repair of interior and exterior surface as a painters helper or apprentice or- satisfactory experience as a maintenance worker for no less than one year in JHMC painters shop.
- Must be available to work different shifts including weekends and holidays as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.05 - $31.22 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Application Question(s):
- Do you you have prior painters experience in a hospital setting?
- Are you experienced with wall preparation, i.e., compound, plaster, filling holes and cracks, and joints with plaster?
- Are you available to work different shifts including weekends and holidays?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Painters: 10 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- NYS Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $31
