Painter

Essential Functions

• Scrapes, sands, and otherwise prepares surfaces, applies stains and primers, intermediate and finished coats of shellac, varnish, and paint with brush, roller, spray gun, or other application process.
• Paints a variety of interior and exterior surfaces of buildings such as walls, ceilings, doors, window trim, baseboards, handrails, flag poles, etc.
• Uses ladders, scaffolds, and bucket trucks to reach surfaces to be painted as required.
• Protects surrounding areas or objects by properly taping and covering to avoid painting unwanted areas or spills; moves furniture and other objects and takes down and replaces blinds to facilitate work.
• Ensures proper maintenance logs and work reports indicating time and materials used.
• Demonstrates responsible use and care for equipment, vehicles, tools, and other materials.
• Operates assigned vehicle and various hand-held manual, electrical, and gas powered tools and equipment, i.e., mixers, sprayers, rollers, caulking guns, scrapers, sand blasters, pressure washers, and sets up scaffolding as needed.
• Works independently with little supervision in the completion of assignments.
• Plans, schedules, and sees jobs through to completion.
• Establishes and maintains customer oriented focus.
• Communicates politely and effectively with, and in front of, customers.
• Works as part of a team with supervisors and co-workers.
• Demonstrates knowledge of painting process using standard tools, machinery, and equipment.
• Demonstrates writing skills with a focus on technical accuracy, writing quality and clarity are also required.
• Uses and applies appropriate safety practices and procedures in the performance of duties, including fall protection.
• Requisitions and/or purchases supplies and materials, while maintaining various activity records and logs.
• Complies with all applicable state, federal, and local laws related to the removal and/or application of paint.

Other Functions

• Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
• Supports and helps other painters and maintenance employees as requested.
• Assists on special projects as needed.
• Ensures that Company tools, equipment, and vehicles are maintained in proper working condition.

Mental and Physical Demands

• The principle duties of this position are performed in a variety of environments, including customer homes, the outdoors, and field environments at development and work sites on uneven and rough terrain.
• Required to work in outside weather conditions, including heat, cold, and temperature swings, for extended periods of time.
• Frequent interruptions; required to meet inflexible deadlines; requires concentration and attention to detail; requires a high level of organizational and prioritization skills.
• Standing up to 8 hours per day; Walking up to 8 hours per day on uneven, difficult terrain.
• Regular heavy manual labor to include lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds.
• Regular and repetitive grasping, gripping, reaching, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, squatting, kneeling, and working overhead.
• Frequently works in closed or cramped spaces.
• Climbs ladders and completes overhead work for assignments.
• Able to read and understand product labels and Material Safety Data Sheets.

Core Competencies/Qualifications

• Commitment to the Company’s mission.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Additional education and/or training in the field is preferred.
• Education, training, skills, and experience necessary to carry out assignments.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate effectively.
• Demonstrated skill in correct grammar, spelling, and English usage.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, administrative team, and the public.
• One (1) to three (3) years of experience in the commercial painting trade.
• Knowledge of basic painting techniques using standard tools, spray equipment and machinery.
• Use and application of safety practices and procedures including fall protection adherence.
• Candidate must have excellent eye for detail and interpersonal skills.
• Self motivated, punctual, detail oriented and able to work independently.
• Current California Driver’s License with excellent driving history.