Painter - Seasonal - Full-time / Part-time

General Duties & Responsibilities:
* Properly prepares all types of surfaces for application of new finishes. Fills and feathers surface defects for all types of surfaces to be painted - wood, metal, plaster, concrete, stucco.
* Operates power washing equipment to clean surfaces and to prepare surfaces for new finishes. Selects proper tip size and pressure to obtain desired results.
* Performs painting tasks such as applying coats of paint, varnish, stain, lacquer, enamel and other materials to all indoor and outdoor surfaces.Removes old finishes, prepares surfaces; mixes and matches paint, and applies new finish using brushes, spray application, and/or rollers.
* Trims, tapes and textures sheet rock and other similar building materials.
* Protects adjacent interior or exterior surfaces, trim, and fixtures of buildings and other structures, equipment, or furniture that is not to be painted.
* Keeps accurate time and material records; orders supplies and/or materials.
* As required, works from drawing, prints, manuals, and coordinates work.
* As required, handles hazardous waste and will be responsible to safely handle, properly contain and label, and follow appropriate emergency procedures as they relate to hazardous waste materials.
* Performs basic mathematical calculations related to performing projects.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
* Work is assigned by means of verbal and/or written instructions given by the superintendent, lead, and/or service request.
* Duties are performed by the worker in accordance with the standard practices of the painting trade; executes all job assignments in a safe and timely manner.
* Accountable for his or her own actions within work locations.
* Available for holidays, weekends, weekend on-call procedures, emergencies and shift work.
* Work is subject to inspection while in progress and upon completion

Administrative/Technical:
* Coordinates with project managers.
* Keeps up-to-date, accurate hours worked.
* Consults lead/supervisor or project superintendents who administer requirements and standards for modification of projects.
* Supports maintenance projects and programmatic work assignments.
* Uses information to track jobs for job completion.
* Prioritizes requirements to meet customer needs.
* Completes paperwork in a neat and timely manner.
* Reads information from equipment manufacturers' manuals, service request, layout sketches, blueprints, appropriate state and local government codes, trade-specific manuals and practices, and to determine how the fixture or equipment should perform.
* Defines and describes materials, tools and/or equipment, work methods and task sequences.
* Serves as liaison with clients, relaying their needs and requirements to the appropriate manager.
* Communicates clearly over the telephone and two-way radio.
* Attends safety, technical and general meetings.

Safety and Health Awareness/Responsibilities:
* Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Health and Safety policies.Completes job related tasks in a safe manner by adhering to appropriate safety regulations.
* Aware of potential hazardous operations, and takes appropriate precautions.
* Immediately stops work in the event of danger to people or property.
* Proceeds with work only after ensuring that appropriate safety procedures have been implemented.
* Reports all accidents and/or incidents immediately to supervisor for record keeping.
* Attends safety meetings.
Interpersonal Relations:
* Utilizes good judgment in interpersonal communications in situations requiring sensitivity and tact.Treats customers, co-workers, supervisors and managers with respect and courtesy.
* Works in a cooperative manner with co-workers and promotes a cooperative team environment.
* Reports progress or delays and refers major problems to manager for resolution and informs customers as needed.

Preferred Qualifications
* Experience and a thorough knowledge of surface preparation materials and techniques including proper use of filling compounds, ability to fill and feather surface defects for all types of surfaces to be painted - wood, metal, plaster, concrete, stucco, types and proper use of chemical strippers, power washers, wet and dry abrasive blasting.
* Knowledge of paint materials, knowledgeable about product selection and application including proper thinning or use of additives to optimize application.
* Thorough knowledge of masking products, materials, and methods and materials for protecting adjacent surfaces not to be painted - drops, rosin paper, masking paper, plastic sheeting including thickness requirements for specific applications.
* Thorough knowledge of caulking materials, their proper usage and application techniques.
* An understanding of proper techniques and materials for bare wood surfaces preparation for stain or clear finishes.
* Product knowledge and ability to properly select and apply lacquer, varnish, shellac, polyurethanes, oil finishes.
* Thorough knowledge of brushes, rollers, proper usage and application, ability to apply finishes evenly, without streaks, voids, or sags, ability to cut in without applying paint to adjacent surfaces.
* Knowledge of spray equipment and proper usage - airless, HVLP, conventional spray guns, and hand tools used in performance of assigned tasks, including cleaning and care.
* Properly patches or repairs lath and plaster surfaces, stucco; selects proper materials for specific applications.
* Knowledge and proper use of rolling platforms, scaffolding, ladders, lift equipment.

Required Qualifications
* Able to work safely at heights; able to gain access to work in small/tight areas and be able to gain access to work or maneuver around obstacles that requires stairs and ladders, able to safely maneuver supplies and objects up to 75 lbs; sets up and uses scaffolding and/or ladders to perform tasks above ground level.
* Available for holidays, weekends, weekend on call-procedures, emergencies and shift work.
* Reads information from equipment manufacturers' manuals, service request, layout sketches, blueprints, appropriate state and local government codes, trade-specific manuals and practices, and to determine how the material or equipment should perform.

Salary & Benefits
Depending on Experience $8-$12 per hour

How to Apply
Please email your resume or letter of interest with salary expectations.

Required
A valid driver's license and DMV check for driving record is required.