POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE
Part-Time Painter
SCHOOL / DEPARTMENT
Maintenance
SALARY
Salary Grade 55
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
REPORTS TO
Director of Maintenance
SUPERVISES
None
WORK WEEK SCHEDULE
WORK HOURS
NUMBER OF MONTHS PER YEAR
POSITION PURPOSE :
The Painter performs skilled painting work, preparation of surfaces to be painted, and the application of a variety of surface materials with either brush, roller, or power sprayers. Work also involves performing potentially hazardous tasks, such as erecting scaffolds and ladders, and mixing and matching paint and stains by using proper pigments, base and thinner. The Painter must exercise independent judgment and initiative in performing assigned duties and must exercise tact and courtesy in contact with supervisory and various school personnel.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge of the steps involved in quality painting work;Considerable knowledge of various methods of preparing surfaces ;General knowledge of the standard methods, materials, and equipment employed in painting work;General knowledge of the principles of supervision, organization, and administrationSome knowledge of the occupational hazards of building trades work and the associated safetySome knowledge of building trade skills;Skill in preparing surfaces for the application of paint;Skill in matching paints;Skill in the use and care of a variety of hand and power tools necessary to perform painting work;Ability to maintain simple logs, lists, and records;Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods as required by work assignments;Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma supplemented by vocational training in maintenance trades ;Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in painting or building maintenance;Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS :
Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the NC Department of Motor VehiclesPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Experience working in a public school settingESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Determine the type and amount of materials neededPrepare surfaces to be painted by the use of power cleaning equipment, chemicals, scrapers, sandpaper, sanding machines, and any other methods that become state-of-the-artApply paints, stains, sealers, varnishes, fillers, and other coating materials to the interior and exterior of buildings and facilities or equipment owned by the school systemwork from scaffolding and ladders attending to the need for safety precautionsDirect and participate in mixing and matching paints and stains by using proper pigments, base, and thinner; match paints and stains by use of charts and color chipsPatches plaster and sheetrock by using fillers, tape, spackling compound, patching plaster, or any other products that become state-of-the-artPerform skilled roof, ceiling, and door and door hardware functionsRepair drywall and move or make alterations to wallsCoordinate workflow and provide on-the-job training for less skilled personnelReview the work of lesser-skilled workers to ensure work is performed according to standard proceduresRequest, maintain, and is responsible for the inventory and accountability of material, tools, repair parts, and equipment assigned and issued for useResponsible for ensuring assigned motor vehicle equipment is operated and maintained as outlined in applicable district proceduresMay be assigned project responsibilities for directing the work of semi-skilled and un-skilled helpersPerform other duties as assigned by the Director and / or Assistant Director of MaintenanceDISCLAIMER : The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.
