What are the responsibilities and job description for the Painter Helper position at City of Duluth?
Summary/Purpose Prepare and paint natural gas meters, fire hydrants, and related piping throughout the City. Temporary employment will begin mid to late May and continue through August (max. 67 working days). Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)
- Perform the painting of a variety of exterior and interior surfaces.
- Prepare surfaces for painting or repainting by pressure washing, sandblasting, grinding, and/or sanding to remove dirt and loose paint.
- Place masking tape over fixtures and other surfaces that are not to be coated.
- Maintain equipment and tools.
- Select premixed paints and prepare paint to match specified colors if needed.
- Apply prime and finish paints, and rust preventative materials to a variety of surfaces.
- Operate tools and equipment used in painting.
- Perform other job duties as required.