Painter I

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Job Summary

Under the supervision of the manager/supervisor in the Operations and Maintenance Department, this is a skilled level painter position responsible for painting the interior and exterior finishes of campus facilities. This position requires the preparation of surfaces to receive primer, coatings or paint followed by the application of paint and coatings to the interior and exterior surfaces of the institution's facilities. Perform exterior building wash. Paint the institution's buildings and facilities, interior and exterior finishes. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

Responsibilities

Painting - 50

Prepare surfaces by use of sandpaper/sandblaster, steel wool, scrapers, washing with cleaner and water. Patch and repair sheet rock or plaster walls. Apply spray texture to ceilings and walls. Apply caulk to interior joints and seams. Apply coatings, paints, sealers and solvents to exterior and interior building surfaces. Paint interior and exterior walls, floors and ceilings with paint brushes, rollers, and/spray guns. Varnish, stain, shellac, and add finishes to desks, doors, cabinets, moldings and floors. Apply exterior caulking to building joints and seams. Trim windows and doors. Scrape and glaze windows. Apply exterior waterproofing coatings.

Washing/Cleaning - 30

Wash exterior windows, buildings, walls and patios. Wash interior windows and surfaces where applicable

Compliance - 5

Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

Inventory - 10

Maintain work area and paint shop, stock supplies and manage waste generated from work tasks. Mix paint, clean and organize tools and equipment, set up and break down ladders and scaffolding required for painting tasks.

Other - 5

Any other duties and tasks assigned or as required to meet the goals of the department, division, and Georgia College & State University.

Required Qualifications

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