Job Summary 

The painter will be expected to use color theory principles to match shades, follow written and verbal instructions, and use a variety of tools to paint surfaces. Other responsibilities include completing minor repairs and selecting correct paints and primers.

Duty & Responsibilities

• Performs skilled painting work in the preparation, patching, finishing, and maintaining of all building structures.
• Completes assigned painting projects with quality workmanship by preparing surfaces for painting.
• Restores painting work sites to their original condition at the completion of work
• Assists with documenting the cost of painting work by keeping accurate daily time sheets and work order records of time and materials to be charged to each job.
• Practices preventive maintenance of painting tools and equipment by performing spot checks of equipment to determine their working condition, oiling moving parts, cleaning and servicing tools.
• Provides technical assistance in the purchase of new or replacement painting and recommending the purchase of painting tools and equipment that meet the needs of the Academy’s paint work.

The requirements

• Technician certificate in painting or equivalent
• At least 2 years’ experience in painting
• Must have Certificate of Good Conduct
• Knowledge of all the applicable health and safety standards
• Good planning and organization
• Solid communication skills
• Good balance and physical strength