What are the responsibilities and job description for the Painter position at GCPS Maintenance Dept.?
Job Summary: An employee at this level performs non-complex tasks applying coats of paint, varnish, stain, or enamel to decorate and protect. Work is generally routine and repetitive in nature and follows an established pattern. Problems are referred to a supervisor or crew leader. Errors are usually revealed and easily corrected. Direct supervision is given to the employee as needed.
Reports To: Director of Maintenance
Terms of Employment: 12 months, with salary to be determined by State Salary Schedule.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Smoothes surfaces.
- Removes old finishes from surfaces.
- Fills holes, cracks, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other filler.
- Removes fixtures, such as switch covers.
- Spreads drop cloths over floors and room furnishings
- Covers windows, door frames, and baseboards.
- Erects scaffolding or sets up ladders, as needed, to perform tasks above ground level.
- Selects from premixed paints.
- Paints surfaces.
- Washes and cleans painting tools and materials after use
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Some knowledge of the standard practices and methods of the painting trade.
- Skill in the use and care of equipment and tools used in the painting trade.
- Ability to follow simple oral or written instructions
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 100 pounds.
- Must be able to frequently lift and/or carry up to 10 pounds.
- Must be able to occasionally push or pull up to 100 pounds.
- Must be able to frequently push or pull up to 10 pounds.
- Must be able to occasionally perform the following: climbing, crawling, kneeling, crouching, overhead lifting, stooping, fine manipulation, bending, keying, and balancing.
- Must be able to frequently perform the following: work on ladders, handling, and reaching.
- Must be able to move machinery safely.
Note: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Salary : $2,841 - $3,830