Painter

BASIC FUNCTION Under direction of an assigned supervisor, perform skilled surface preparation and painting of District facilities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Incumbents in the classification may not perform all of these tasks or may perform similar related tasks not listed here. Work off of work orders to do projects, touch-ups and special applications. (E1) Make and install signs for parking, directions and playground rules; orders signs when necessary. (E1) Utilize brush, roller or spray gun in applying paint, varnish, shellac, enamel, lacquer or other protective or decorative finishes to interior and exterior surfaces. (E1) Scrape, sand, water blast, size, patch, plaster, fill and in other ways prepare surfaces for painting or repainting. (E1) Apply under and finish coats. (E1) Erect, rig and move scaffolding and platforms. (E2) Operate a variety of equipment including paint sprayers, high pressure washers, sanders, grinders, drill presses, high lifts, ladders, etc. (E2) Select paint types and colors. (E2) Maintain records of time sheets and work orders, paint samples, and repair manuals. (E2) Clean brushes, tools and other equipment. (E3) Assist with a wide variety of general maintenance work in other skilled or unskilled trades whenever available. (E3) Operate and drive vehicle in support of essential duties; observe legal and defensive driving practices. (E3) Order and purchase own supplies. Lay out, mark and stripe parking lots and play areas. Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A. Graduation from High School or equivalent. B. Supplemental coursework or training equivalent to a painting apprenticeship program and two (2) years of journey-level painting experience. Or Any combination of education, training, and/or experience which demonstrates ability to perform the essential duties may be substituted for the required experience and/or education. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: A certificate stating freedom from Tuberculosis. A valid California Drivers License. Current DMV printout. Insurable by District liability insurance carrier. Valid First Aid Certification. Valid CPR Certification preferred. KNOWLEDGE OF: Brush, roller and spray painting practices and procedures. Preparation of various surfaces. Application of paints and finishes to various surfaces. Safety precautions in handling and storage of painting materials. Safety procedures pertaining to ladders, swing stages, rigging and scaffolds. Basic record-keeping techniques. ABILITY TO: Apply paints and prepare surfaces by hand or with power equipment. Mix and match colors. Erect and work from ladders, rigging and scaffolds. Meet schedules and time lines. Follow oral and written instructions. Observe legal and defensive driving practices. Sit and drive in a vehicle. Work cooperatively with others. Communicate effectively. PHYSICAL ABILITIES Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Kneeling, standing or walking for extended periods of time. Seeing to read and understand written materials. Bending or twisting at the waist to operate equipment. Reaching overhead and horizontally. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of equipment. Lift or move up to 75 pounds. ENVIRONMENT: Indoor, outdoor and industrial shop environment. Subject to time lines and interruptions. Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and fumes from various chemicals associated with working with paint and paint products. Occasionally works evenings or weekends. HAZARDS: Occasionally works at heights on scaffolding, ladders and platforms. Exposed to vapors from paints and solvents. May be exposed to toxic fumes and hazardous materials. Noise level is usually loud. Requirements / Qualifications Requirements / Qualifications