House painter job description

At Amarillo College, our students are the priority. It is our mission and our responsibility to enrich their lives by helping them identify an educational pathway that will lead to success in life. It is therefore required that every team member, regardless of job title or duties, be responsible, first and foremost, for assisting students in every way.

We are currently seeking a Part-Time Painter to join our team at the East Campus Housing who will adhere to the aforementioned mission statement, and who will perform skilled painting work in the preparation, patching, finishing, and maintaining of interior and exterior surfaces on all Amarillo College East Campus Houses. Under general supervision, performs journey-level painting and furniture refinishing work of considerable difficulty. The Painter also practices preventive maintenance of painting tools and equipment, and complies with federal regulations governing environmental protection, hazardous waste disposal and the use of chemical substances and materials common to the painting trade.
GENERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

Required: High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE

Required: Two (2) years experience in painting and repair

Preferred: Five (5) years experience in painting and repair

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES

Required: Valid Class C Driver's License with a 3-year safe driving record

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Applies coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer using brushes, sponge, spray gun, or roller to decorate and/or protect interior and exterior building surfaces, cabinetry, machinery, or equipment.

Prepares surfaces for painting using paint remover, sandpaper, scraper, steel wool, or wire brush; fills nail holes, cracks and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other filler, using caulking gun and putty knife; applies textures to match existing surfaces.

Removes fixtures such as electric switch covers from walls and ceilings prior to painting; spreads drop cloths over floors and room furnishings; covers surfaces such as baseboards, door frames and windows with masking tape and paper or plastic to protect surfaces during painting.

Erects scaffolding or sets up ladders and safety equipment to perform tasks above ground level.

Selects premixed paints or mixes requiring portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint that matches specified colors.

Restores painting work sites to their original condition at the completion of work by cleaning up area painted when project completed by removing drop cloths and paint drippings; cleans brushes, spray guns, rollers and other equipment using paint solvent.

Tapes and floats drywall; applies wall coverings.

Assists with documenting the cost of painting work by keeping accurate daily time sheets and work order records of time and materials, to be charged to each job.

As an Amarillo College employee, seek knowledge of and pledge to actively engage in a culture of caring striving to serve students, peers and the community by embracing the AC Core Values: Wow, Family, Fun, Innovation, and Yes!

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITES

Knowledge of the methods, practices, tools, equipment and materials of the painting trade;

Knowledge of the proper preparation of surfaces to be painted;

Knowledge of the proper method of mixing and matching all types of paints and the adaptability of various surface materials;

Knowledge of cabinetry touch up and refinishing;

Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the painting trade;

Ability to calculate square footage of areas; being painted and determine materials needed;

Ability to perform painting and related general labor work in a variety of climatic conditions;

Ability to read, understand and utilize operation and maintenance manuals, paint application instructions, policies, procedures and other related materials;

Ability to use or operate with proficiency the tools and equipment of the painting trade;

Ability to work under stress, to work independently and as a team member and deal with people in a professional manner;

Skilled in the application of paints, varnishes, and other finishes.

Physical Demands: Requires the ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, push, stretch, bend, climb/work on ladders/scaffolds, and get down to work on hands and knees. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Schedule: May be required to work a flexible schedule (evenings, weekends, vacation's, varying events, etc., if necessary.)

Working Environment: This position operates in various campus buildings and rooms. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions.

Salary: grade 8

Diversity and inclusion Statement: Amarillo College is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who not only reflect the demographics of our clients but also continue to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our customers.

Promotional Opportunity Policy: Under the Amarillo College Promotional Opportunity Policy, only current appointed or part-time non-appointed employees will be considered for a position during the first five (5) working days from notice or posting.

Benefits

Amarillo College offers a rich benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverages available through ERS. Amarillo College provides (at no cost to the employee) a long-term disability policy. In addition to retirement savings through TRS or ORP, the college offers the AC Benefit Plan 403(b) with a generous matching contribution. Employees and their dependents are eligible for reduced or free tuition for Amarillo College courses. Employees have free access to the fitness center located on the Washington Street Campus.