Painter Helper

Roles & Responsibilities

• Tend and operate equipment used to spray or coat products and apply protective or decorative coats.
• Prepare and apply stencils, decals, and other decorative items on the finished product.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Inspect surfaces for contamination prior to application of paint.
• Apply high performance protective coatings to metal surfaces, fabricated parts, assemblies, and structures.
• Select and mix the appropriate paint.
• Clean equipment and perform routine maintenance when necessary.
• Apply chemical application techniques.
• Paint using one or a combination of: spray, brush, and roll.

Knowledge of chemical application techniques. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Completion of college/vocational or technical training in a related field an asset.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working as an industrial painter in a manufacturing setting is an asset.
• Previous experience painting sheet metal.
• Experience using a spray gun.
• WHMIS Certification.
• Able to work independently.
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, with an ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Must have the physical ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 35 lbs.
• Must be able to distinguish colours.

Working Conditions:

• Commercial/Industrial environment.
• Exercise caution, as the environment presents many naturally occurring hazards.
• Always adhere to safety policies (wear protective equipment).
• Long periods of standing.
• Overtime as required.

Contacts:

• Communication is primarily internal to the assigned work team and Team Lead/Supervisor/Manufacturing Operations Manager.