POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE:  

The Painter performs skilled painting work, preparation of surfaces to be painted, and the application of a variety of surface materials with either brush, roller, or power sprayers. Work also involves performing potentially hazardous tasks, such as erecting scaffolds and ladders, and mixing and matching paint and stains by using proper pigments, base and thinner. The Painter must exercise independent judgment and initiative in performing assigned duties and must exercise tact and courtesy in contact with supervisory and various school personnel. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

• Considerable knowledge of the steps involved in quality painting work;
• Considerable knowledge of various methods of preparing surfaces ;
• General knowledge of the standard methods, materials, and equipment employed in painting work;
• General knowledge of the principles of supervision, organization, and administration · Some knowledge of the occupational hazards of building trades work and the associated safety · Some knowledge of building trade skills;
• Skill in preparing surfaces for the application of paint;
• Skill in matching paints;
• Skill in the use and care of a variety of hand and power tools necessary to perform painting work;
• Ability to maintain simple logs, lists, and records;
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods as required by work assignments;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE 

• High School Diploma supplemented by vocational training in maintenance trades ;
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in painting or building maintenance;
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge,  skills, and abilities.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: 

•  Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Experience working in a public school setting 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Determine the type and amount of materials needed 
2. Prepare surfaces to be painted by the use of power cleaning equipment, chemicals, scrapers,  sandpaper, sanding machines, and any other methods that become state-of-the-art 
3. Apply paints, stains, sealers, varnishes, fillers, and other coating materials to the  interior and exterior  of buildings and facilities or equipment owned by the school system 
4. work from scaffolding and ladders attending to the need for safety precautions 
5. Direct and participate in mixing and matching paints and stains by using proper pigments, base, and thinner; match paints and stains by use of charts and color chips 
6. Patches plaster and sheetrock by using fillers, tape, spackling compound, patching plaster, or any  other products that become state-of-the-art 
7. Perform skilled roof, ceiling, and door and door hardware functions 
8. Repair drywall and move or make alterations to walls 
9. Coordinate workflow and provide on-the-job training for less skilled personnel 
10. Review the work of lesser-skilled workers to ensure work is performed according to standard  procedures
11. Request, maintain, and is responsible for the inventory and accountability of material, tools, repair  parts, and equipment assigned and issued for use 
12. Responsible for ensuring assigned motor vehicle equipment is operated and maintained as  outlined in applicable district procedures 
13. May be assigned project responsibilities for directing the work of semi-skilled and un-skilled  helpers 
14. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director and/or Assistant Director of Maintenance 

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with  HR review and approval, at any time.