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Swami International

Painter Needed

Swami International, Gardena, CA, United States

Multi Family Residential and Commercial Painter

Reports to: Maintenance Dispatcher

Department: Maintenance Department

Employment Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Company Overview: Swami International was established in 1978. The founder envisioned a company with a hands-on management style, a property management company that would be directly involved with all aspects of providing a comfortable, affordable living environment for our residents.

Position Overview: We are in search of trained professionals who specialize in painting interiors and exteriors of various properties, such as multifamily apartments, and commercial buildings. Work includes surface preparation, priming and coating, painting, power washing and staining.

To be considered for this position, please send your cover letter and resume to JOBS@SWAMIINT.COM

Essential Duties:
  • Assembling and disassembling scaffolding as required
  • Covering trim, floors, furniture and other surfaces with masking tape, drop cloths and other protective coverings to keep them free of paint
  • Setting up ventilators and other safety equipment;
  • Preparing surfaces to be painted by washing them, filling holes and cracks with putty and sanding them until they're smooth
  • Applying primer and other sealers to paint surfaces to ensure that paint sticks to them
  • Mixing and matching paint, stain and other finishes to job specifications
  • Applying paint, stain and other finishes to paint surfaces using paintbrushes, rollers or sprayers
  • Maintaining an inventory of supplies like paint brushes, rollers and tarps
  • Removing old finish using scrapers, chemical compounds or other,
  • Estimating time and material costs on painting projects
  • Cleaning machines, equipment and work areas using water, solvents and other cleaning aids
  • Reviewing and implementing work orders and assignments within allotted time frames;
  • Removing and reinstalling fixtures (e..g, doorknobs, electric switch covers) as necessary
  • Following safeguards, rules and regulations
Collateral
  1. 1. Perform other tasks and special projects as required.
Requirements:
  1. High School Diploma or equivalent
  2. Min. of 2 years painting experience
  3. Must provide own transportation; ability to provide own tools a plus.
  4. car travel required;
  5. Proof of valid driver's license, vehicle registration and auto insurance required;
  6. Prefer one or more of the following certifications; EPA certified and certified in Osha safety requirements;
  7. Proven ability to safely operate power tools;
  8. Willing to work overtime and/or weekends when necessary a plus;
  9. Must be professional and costumer service oriented, with the ability to deal effectively with unsatisfied tenants;
  10. Excellent written/verbal communication skills, including the ability to express thoughts clearly and exchange information with others;
  11. Bi-lingual Spanish a plus;
  12. Able to work in a fast-paced environment;
  13. Ability to work independently with little or no supervision while using common sense;
  14. Ability to efficiently troubleshoot and assess a problem;
  15. Ability to follow directions and take initiative;
  16. Excellent time management skills including the ability to be highly organized and detail-oriented;
  17. Maintains a safe working environment;
  18. Able to endure and experience temperature changes;
  19. Able to lift and or carry up to 20 pounds above shoulder level on a frequent basis and team lifting above 50 pounds when necessary;
  20. Ability to walk, stand, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, and or crawl;
  21. Ability to work in small, confined workspaces.


Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Compensation:
  • Benefits as described in the Swami Employee Handbook
  • Hourly $18-$25 paid semi-monthly, commensurate on experience.
To be considered for this position, please send your cover letter and resume to JOBS@SWAMIINT.COM