Paint Technician

Paint Technician

The Maintenance HVAC/R Technician 1 effectively improves and repairs air quality units in buildings and departments to provide a safe and well-maintained work environment in an exemplary manner according to the company quality policies.

Qualified candidates will possess the following minimum requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum one year experience residential/commercial/industrial facility painting and drywall repair (three to five years preferred)
• Experience utilizing the different types of paint (Latex, Epoxy, Enamel) relative to specific application
• Ability to pass written and practical tests to obtain company hi-lo/forklift and crane license
• Computer literacy
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Must not wear tinted safety glasses, or have a need for tinted safety glasses
• An excellent work record, including attendance

Essential functions:

• Project Management/Painting
• Create and update a current list of areas needing painting and refurbishment.
• Suggest methods, materials, and ideas involving the updating and maintenance of the facility.
• Follow CAD layouts and measurements to complete projects.
• Assist Maintenance Technicians, Electricians, Facilities team and outside contractors in major maintenance projects and repairs.
• Troubleshooting/Preventative Maintenance
• Create proper Preventative Maintenance schedules and, if necessary, assign asset numbers to existing, replacement and new equipment, to plan the most efficient performance for painting equipment and materials.
• Efficiently and effectively perform routine maintenance on all previously identified paint equipment.
• Perform daily/weekly/monthly preventative maintenance inspections and repairs of the building and floors, to maintain a painted and clean appearance.
• Contact local vendors for pricing and availability of parts needed for paint and epoxy projects.
• Record-Keeping/EAM
• Document hours and work order activity daily in record-keeping system-Electronic Asset Management (EAM).
• Provide a bill of material, timeline, and layout of assigned projects.
• Continuous Improvement/Lean Principles
• Identify and attempt to eliminate areas of waste for better efficiency and overall appearance of building.
• Participate in, and support lean initiatives such as continuous improvement events and problem-solving events, identifying and eliminating all types of waste
• Suggest and implement ideas to increase personal and departmental efficiency. Communicate potential cost savings to other Technicians and Team Leaders.
• Participate in 8D and 5-Why problem-solving teams.
• Quality
• Ensure all areas are clean and painted to expected standards.
• Assist in updating improvement plans and actions.
• Continue to keep up with the latest changes in paint chemistry and appropriate solutions for the industry. (Vendor seminars, trade shows, and supplied documentation.)
• Safety/5S
• Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, TS 16949 and safety regulations.
• Follow all safety procedures, including MIOSHA regulatory requirements regarding machinery and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), controls, safety devices, lock-out/tag-out, use of coolants, and die block procedures.
• Operate department Hilo(s), boom lifts, scissors lifts, and overhead cranes.
• Identify potential safety issues and take appropriate action. Ensure environment is free of avoidable risks, and report concerns immediately, taking appropriate action to immediately rectify and resolve.
• Organize and maintain personal work area and facilities maintenance area per 5S standards. Notify Team Leader if repair or replacement of machinery or equipment is needed.
• Teamwork/Dependability
• Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Maintenance Facilities Team Leader.
• Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information to co-workers and management, including training and validating/appraising work as appropriate.
• Effectively communicate with co-workers in production and maintenance and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiatives.
• Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner, while treating all co-workers with dignity and respect.
• Pick up and deliver product to suppliers and customers, as needed.
• Assist in maintaining company values (Integrity, People, Customers, Ownership, We Can If.... Safety) daily, through thoughts and actions.