Painter

Essential Functions

• Performs Physical Plant preventative maintenance (PM).
• Completes "Perfect Room" program rooms in a timely fashion with no more than two (2) minor call-back Work Orders per room.
• Maintains an average "turn around" on "Perfect Rooms" in two or less days.
• Reports delays or unusual occurrences or problems to supervisor.
• Exercises good judgment in keeping the Physical Plant Supervisor and Manager, Engineering Services informed of any deviations from proper operating conditions.
• All work is documented in Automated Engineering Service Work Request Database.
• Documents all work in automated Engineering Services Work Request Database and as applicable, on time cards, as it relates to cost centers and updates supplies/materials requests forms.
• Refurbishes 90% of all rooms identified for the Perfect Rooms Program per year.
• Completes assigned "Building of the Month" Work Order Requests.
• Stages work to be done and performs painting responsibilities around other shops' work schedule.
• Performs refinishing duties on woodwork, metal, doors, windows and other surfaces.
• Paints unpainted and previously painted walls, ceilings, woodwork, furniture and fixtures according to instructions and assigned work orders.
• Assists in coordinating all painting activity with other departments and work site occupancy.
• May be needed to assist in maintaining the safety and security of SSH&EC facilities during emergencies.
• Develops material lists for job orders and purchase requisitions and processes them through proper department procedures.
• Operates sign making equipment to produce lettering for existing signage system maintenance and new signs, applying sign lettering to backers and installs sign systems as per SSH&EC sign standards and renovation needs.
• Assists in coordinating all signage activity with other departments and work site locations.
• Makes decisions on equipment and material needs to successfully complete a job.
• Moves furnishings, when necessary, to gain access to area and complete painting tasks.
• Completes the thorough cleaning of brushes, rollers and spray equipment when job is finished.
• Maintains desired texture and consistency of paint by thinning when necessary.
• Applies primer or sealing coat first, as needed before painting.
• Uses hand brush, roller or spray gun to apply paint on a variety of different surfaces.
• Applies final finish coat follows prescribed drying period.
• Applies appropriate stain to seal surface and proper finish to obtain brightness and insure durability.
• Applies wall covering such as wallpaper or vinyls, preparing surfaces to be covered using proper methods and techniques.
• Makes additions and alterations to Physical Plant buildings and grounds typically during installation of new equipment, relocation of departments/offices, minor renovations and projects.
• Orders appropriately and in a timely manner, calculates quantity of material needed and develops materials lists for painting projects (Per room, building of the month, etc.) to include materials, supplies and tools.
• Assists with the loading, unloading and proper storage of supplies typically paint trade related.
• Assists in limited snow removal and sanding operations.

Technology and Learning

• Participates in continued learning and possesses a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.
• Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.

Non-essential Functions

• Makes alterations to Physical Plant buildings and grounds.
• Maintains and rotates stock to ensure adequate supply and product quality.
• Assists with the loading, unloading and proper storage of supplies typically paint trade related.
• Assists in limited snow removal and sanding/salting of hospital grounds to maintain a safe environment and assist outside contracted services in removal of snow.