Painter, Construction & Maintenance

Summary
The Painter is responsible for the general upkeep of all wall covering systems, including plaster, dry wall, paint, vinyl, paper, and/or cloth. The Painter also makes repairs to ceiling systems, cove bases, and painted floors, decorates and protects interior and exterior surfaces of the hospital, and constructs, repairs, and maintains furniture, partitions, bookcases, shelves, and other structures using hand and power tools.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
These duties and responsibilities described below represent the general tasks performed on a daily basis; other tasks may be assigned.
Apply coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamels, and lacquer to decorate and protect interior and exterior surfaces, trims, and fixtures of the hospital using paintbrushes, rollers and associated equipment
Properly diagnose required repairs and correct them in an expedient manner utilizing good judgment when ordering parts and supplies
Smooth surfaces using sandpaper, wire brushes, or other means
Remove old paint from surfaces using paint remover, scrapers, and wire brushes to prepare surfaces for paint
Fill holes, cracks, and joints with putty, plaster or other filler
Select premixed paint to match specified colors
Rig staging or use a ladder
Spread drop-cloths over floors and furniture to protect them from paint spatters
Provide cost and time estimates on painting and redecorating jobs
Re-lamp light fixtures, replace ceiling tiles, and work with other shop members in the proper identification of ductwork piping, wiring, and other needs as may arise
Maintain inventory/stock of supplies used for facility repair, i.e. shower heads, light bulbs, air filters, toilet seals, paints, solvents, etc.
Maintain tools and parts in good operating condition and keeps assigned areas clean and in good overall appearance
Perform all work in accordance with all Preventive Maintenance work orders
Keep records on equipment assigned showing type, model number, installation date, repair history, and/or service work performed on same equipment
Maintain all other records pertaining to job functions
Perform all work associated with the Zone Discrepancy Program
Assist in the testing of various alarm systems, i.e. Fire Alarm System, etc.
Operate the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) as trained
Make up procurement lists and prepare purchase orders for approval
Keep ample supplies of the different colors of wall covering on hand to repair torn or ripped areas as needed
Ensure that adequate records are kept so that materials can be matched
Take up damaged tile and lay new pieces as required
Maintain a clean and safe work site
Use the proper face masks to preclude both fumes and dust inhalation
Maintain the confidentiality of patient, personnel, and department information at all times
Complete In-service Programs on an annual basis
Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services
Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care
Supervisory Responsibilities
Reports to: Lead Mechanic
Supervises: None
Responsibilities: Not applicable
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience
Minimum Required Education: Graduation from an accredited trade or vocational school/program (equivalent amount of experience may be substituted)
Preferred Education: Not applicable
Experience: 3+ years as a painter working in a construction type environment

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Applicant should be certified through an accredited trade/vocational program.
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