Position Title:

Painter

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Salary Grade, if non-union:

Pay Grade, if union:

AFSCME Cust/Maint/Veh Svcs

Non-Union or Specific Collective Bargaining Agreement:

AFSCME Maintenance Union

Our Mission:

The mission of Polk County Public Schools is to provide a high quality education for all students.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to the position. This job description is not meant to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. Other duties may be assigned which are not listed. Additionally, when duties and responsibilities of this job change, this job description will be reviewed and updated, subject to changes and business necessity.

Custom Job Purpose:

This position exists to perform skilled work in the painting of interior and exterior buildings, fixtures and various equipment and miscellaneous items.

Essential Functions of this Job

Applies coats of paint, varnish, stains, enamel or lacquer to decorate and protect interior or exterior surfaces, trimmings and fixtures of buildings and other surfaces. Erects scaffolding or sets up ladders to perform tasks above ground level. Utilizes various tools and equipment in the performance of duties. Keeps daily records and logs of work performed. Paints surfaces using brushes, rollers, mitts, airless spray equipment or conventional spray equipment. Smoothes surfaces, using sandpaper, brushes or steel wool, and removes old paint from surfaces, using paint remover, scraper or a wire brush. Fills nail holes, cracks and joints with putty, plaster, spackling compound or other fillers. Drives throughout Polk County to and from job sites.
Must be able to perform physical tasks as set forth in the Physical Environment section of this document.

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Five (5) years full-time practical experience under the supervision of a licensed paint contractor is preferred. Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and practices of the painting craft. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Skill in the use and care of paint brushes, paint sprayers and other equipment of the painting craft. Skill in mixing paint and matching colors. Ability to keep daily records and logs. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Education, Experience and/or Certification/License Requirements

Graduation from high school, completion of GED, or trade school. Must have a valid driver's license appropriate to the vehicles assigned to the trade and be qualified to drive a School Board vehicle.

Work Context:

Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires work with both internal and external contacts, and with the public. Requires the use of alternative communication systems such as electronic mail, telephones and computers.

Physical Environment:

Requires standing for the majority of the day, and the ability to frequently lift, carry, move and/or position objects weighing up to 50 pounds. May infrequently be required to lift more than 50 pounds with assistance as needed. Requires working both indoors and outdoors. Requires the proper use of personal protective devices and equipment as assigned.

Local Code:

0441

EEO5:

53

Approval Date:

Fri Feb 28 1997 23:00:00 GMT-0600 (Central Standard Time)

Date Last Revised:

4/28/2020

The School Board of Polk County, Florida, prohibits any and all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, age, homelessness, or disability or other basis prohibited by law in any of its programs, services, activities or employment.