Painter (Construction)

JOB SUMMARY:
The Painter is responsible for executing pre-painting activities such as cleaning, scraping, sanding surfaces; supporting the maintenance team with drywall panels, cracks and concealment; and ensure all projects are completed to specification and organizational standards.

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for painting the exterior and interior areas of a company's projects
Execute pre-painting activities, including cleaning, scraping, sanding, patching, caulking, and masking of adjacent surfaces prior to painting, papering, texturing, etc. if required
Follow management's instructions in maintaining an inventory of paint and supplies
Follow the manager's instruction in executing the job utilizing appropriate finishes and applications
Comply with OSHA/SDS guidelines with respect to the use of hazardous chemicals
Cary out after project cleaning of areas, supplies, and equipment at the completion of project.
Assist in storing leftover paint in the appropriate locations
Support maintenance/construction team with special projects as needed.
Joining drywall panels using tape and plaster.
Repairing cracks and any other damage to the drywall panels.
Concealing any imperfections or exposed irregularities in the drywall surface.
Layering plaster or spackle with trowels to create a flat surface.
Sanding down rough areas on the wall to create a smooth surface.
Skimming the surface with a final layer of plaster in preparation for finishing work.
Managing and maintaining all the required equipment for the job.
Keeping your supervisor abreast of your progress and reporting any job-related issues.
Ensuring that all equipment and materials are used safely and effectively.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE and REGISTRATION:

High School diploma or GED, required.
Completion of vocational school or technical college or apprenticeship program, preferred.
Valid Arkansas Driver's License

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Experience preparing surfaces, cleaning, scraping, and sanding.
Experience with drywall paneling, plaster and crack repair.
General aptitude for and a willingness to perform all-round mechanical, electrical, carpentry, and varied maintenance repairs
Ability to understand directions and read blueprints
Must have a good grasp of mathematics
Ability to use fixed and portable power tools
Ability to utilize tools of carpentry trade
Knowledge of carpentry trade principles
Ability to operate a forklift or vertical lift
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Must have a good understanding of technical terminology
Ability to use a computer
Ability to follow safety practices and recognize safety hazards
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and public

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or scheduled form.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Must interact and communicate both verbally and in written form.
Must interact and exchange information regarding patients with physicians other departmental personnel, and outside agencies frequently while respecting the confidentiality of patient information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
The employee is frequently required to lift, manipulate, and hold moderate and heavy loads.
Work may require using ladders or scaffolding. The mechanic must assume awkward and cramped positions to reach parts of the unit(s) during installation, servicing and maintenance.
The work involves moderate to heavy work in all types of weather. There is a frequent need to stand, stoop, walk, lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds or more), and perform other similar actions during the workday.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This position involves potential exposure to infectious diseases. Colleagues are offered appropriate vaccinations and safety training.

COMMENTS:
This description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions, and the essential requirements for the performance of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

SAFETY SENSITIVE:
This position is a Safety Sensitive Position. The essential functions, physical demands, and mental competencies of this job require the employee to maintain the ability to work in a constant state of alertness safely.