Painter

Painter

Do you like painting buildings, houses, or other big objects, applying different colors, tones and shades to improve appearances, making old objects look new, or giving something a new identity? If you take pride in your work, you're willing to learn, and looking to get on the job training as you deepen your skill set, then we have a great opportunity for you as a Painter!

The job responsibilities may include :

• Applying paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, and other structural surfaces.
• Reading blueprints / instructions and examining surfaces to determine the kind and amount of work necessary.
• Making on-site preparations such as building scaffolding, covering fixtures etc.
• Preparing walls and other surfaces for painting by scraping, using sandpaper, removing old paint etc.
• Filling cracks and holes with appropriate material (e.g. plaster).
• Mixing paint and other materials to prepare the right color or texture.
• Painting surfaces according to instructions with various tools.
• Applying varnish and other finishes.
• Carrying or lifting heavy objects as well as squatting, kneeling, bending, crawling, and working awkward positions.
• Calculating costs and negotiating prices.
• Following all health and safety precautions and wearing, protective eyewear, clothing or self-contained suits to avoid toxic fumes.
• Standing for long periods of time, often with hands raised above head.
• Moving or lift heavy supplies and equipment.
• Working extended hours and / or weekends.

In addition to a physical strength, stamina, color vision and eye-hand coordination, an ideal Painter will have :

What you may gain while on the job :