Job Title:         Painter / Utility                                                       Wage/Hour Status:  Nonexempt

Reports to:      Maintenance Supervisor                                          Pay Grade:               4     

Dept./School:  Maintenance                                                          Date Revised:       

Primary Purpose:

Under general supervision, apply coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect exterior surfaces, trimmings, and fixtures of buildings and structures throughout the district. 

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High School diploma or GED

Valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in painting trade

Ability to properly apply paints

Knowledge of and ability to mix paint and match colors

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to work independently

Experience:

Five years experience in painting field preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

1. Smooth and prepare surfaces for painting, including sanding and removing old paint..
2. Fill nail holes, cracks, and joints with putty, plaster, or other filler.
3. Tape, float, and texture walls and ceilings.
4. Select premixed paints or mix required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specific colors.
5. Paint surfaces, using brushes, spray gun, or paint rollers, and apply paint with cloth, brush, sponge, or fingers to create special effects.
6. Stain, seal, and varnish wood surfaces.
7. Erect scaffolding or set up ladder to perform tasks above ground level.
8. Pick up and deliver painting supplies to campuses; maintain delivery records.
9. Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment by following established inspection procedures.
10. Prepare all painted signs required by the district.
11. Receive and complete work orders.
12. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
13. Maintain inventory of tools and assist with inventory control of materials and equipment.
14. Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
15. Work with building supervisors to complete projects.
16. Perform any task assigned by Supervisor.
17. Help and assist other trades as needed.

Driving

   18. Operate light truck or van to transport equipment throughout the district.

Safety

1. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
2. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
3. Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
4. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
5. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
6. Handle and dispose of paint, stain, varnish, and other chemicals according to established procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Brush, roller, striping machine, taping and masking equipment, spray equipment, sand and water blaster, air compressor, dry wall tools and equipment, hand tools, ladder, scaffolding.  Light truck or van. 

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Frequent walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting and carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching.  Ability to operate hand and power tools and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.  Work outside and inside; on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, ladders, and scaffolding; and around machinery with moving parts.  Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, excessive noises, fumes, and toxic chemicals.  Frequent district wide travel. 

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The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.