Painter- Maintenance Assistance

We are currently hiring a Painter to perform painting within our facility.

MUST be at least 18 years of age, possess a valid FL Driver's license and able to pass a Level II Criminal Background Check.

At least 2 years of painting experience.

In this role, the candidate will patch/finish drywall prior to painting, apply coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect exterior surfaces, trimmings, and fixtures of buildings and structures throughout the facility.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in painting trade
• Ability to properly apply paints
• Knowledge of and ability to mix paint to match colors
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work independently
• Smooth and prepare surfaces for painting, including sanding and removing old paint.
• Fill nail holes, cracks, and joints with putty, plaster, or other filler.
• Tape, float, and texture walls and ceilings.
• Select premixed paints or mix required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.
• Paint surfaces, using brushes, spray gun, or paint rollers, and apply paint with cloth, brush, sponge, or fingers to create special effects.
• Stain, seal, and varnish wood surfaces.
• Erect scaffolding or set up ladder to perform tasks above ground level.
• Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Maintain inventory of tools and assist with inventory control of materials and equipment.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Complete projects timely.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Store, handle and dispose of paint, stain, varnish, and other chemicals according to established procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to Maintenance Director/Safety Officer immediately.

Equipment Used: Brush, roller, striping machine, taping and masking equipment, spray equipment, sand and water blaster, air compressor, dry wall tools and equipment, hand tools, ladder, scaffolding.

Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting and carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Ability to operate hand and power tools and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Work outside and inside; on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, ladders, and scaffolding

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.50 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to pass a Level II (Nationwide) Criminal Background Check?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Commercial Painting: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17