PAINTER I - KONA, HAWAII ISLAND

About the role

The immediate vacancy is with the Department of Accounting & General Services. A continuous recruitment may be closed at any time.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of skilled painting work in applying coats of paint or other protective and decorative coating by brush, roller, spray gun and other means, to interior and exterior surfaces of buildings and other structures, equipment and furniture.
• May supervise one or more Painter Helpers or other helpers assisting in the work.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Legal Authorization to Work: Must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
• Experience and Training: Four (4) years of work experience in preparing various surfaces and applying coats of paint and other coatings by brush, roller, spray gun and other means; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Knowledge: Practices and methods in the painting trade, including safety procedures; the tools, equipment, materials and supplies used in the painting trade.
• Ability: Use brushes, rollers, spray guns and other tools common to the painting trade; prepare stencils and perform freehand lettering; work from rigging and scaffolds; mix and match paints; recognize hazards typical of the work; estimate time and materials needed to complete a job; understand and follow oral and written instructions; and perform heavy lifting, moving and other manual work typical of the class.
• Driver's License: Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.

Special Requirement

Some positions may require the ability to lift and carry objects of various weights with or without reasonable accommodation.

Other Information

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program information is provided. Electronic Notification to Applicants, Testing Information, and Job Benefits are also outlined.