Maintenance Painter Apprentice

About the role

Assist skilled Painter in all phases of work associated with the painting trade including surface preparation, graffiti removal and interior and exterior painting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting, including sanding and removing old paint, filling holes, cracks, and joints with appropriate filler.
• Tape, float, and texture walls and ceilings.
• Paint surfaces, using brushes, spray gun, paint rollers, or other methods to achieve required effects.
• Stain, seal, and varnish wood surfaces.
• Engage in the maintenance and upkeep of the interior and exterior of AISD campuses.
• Drywall patch and repair and other preparatory work on surface imperfections.
• Utilize sanders, spray guns, sanding blocks, etc. in order to complete quality work.
• Graffiti removal.
• Erect scaffolding, set up ladders, or use hoists to perform tasks above ground level.
• Inspect jobs after completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Maintain equipment to insure proper performance.
• Handle and dispose of paint, stain, varnish, and other chemicals according to established procedures.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
• Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year experience in painting field (preferred).
• Clear and valid Texas driver's license.
• High School Diploma or GED (preferred).
• Ability to work independently and be detail oriented.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics correctly.
• Physical demands: frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions; frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, overhead reaching; frequent driving; heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) daily; work outside and inside on slippery or uneven surfaces; exposure to extreme hot/cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals, noise, vibration, electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel; maintain emotional control under stress.

Skills

• Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in painting trade.
• Ability to properly apply paints; mix, match, and apply paint, varnish, enamel, and other finishes.
• Ability to estimate materials and time required to complete various tasks.

Contact: Nathan Lindow, Carpenter/Paint/Fire Alarm Foreman, EDUCATION SUPPORT CENTER, Phone: 806-326-1527, Email: nathan.lindow@amaisd.org