Painter

PainterJOB STATUS: OPEN POSTING DATE: 08/22/2024 POSTING NUMBER: 047117 LOCATION: Maintenance Department - 930 POSITION TITLE: PainterJOB DESCRIPTION:Under general supervision, apply coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect interior and exterior surfaces, trimming, and fixtures of buildings and structures throughout the district.DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:Smooth and prepare surfaces for painting, including sanding and removing old paint.Fill nail holes, cracks, and joints with putty, plaster, and other filler.Tape, float, and texture walls and ceilings.Select premixed paints or mix required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.Paint surfaces, using brushes, spray fun, or paint rollers, and apply paint with cloth, brush, sponge, or fingers to create special effects.Stain, seal, and varnish wood surfaces.Erect scaffolding or set up ladder to perform tasks above ground level.Pick up and deliver painting supplies to capuses; maintain delivery records.Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment by following established inspection procedures.Receive and complete work orders.Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.Maintain inventory of tools and assist with inventory control of materials and equipment.Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.Help keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.Handle and dispose of paint, stain, varnish, and other chemicals according to established procedures.Inspect tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.Respond to emergency calls as needed and be on-call/stand-by as assigned by supervisor.Maintain confidentiality.Regular attendance.Other duties assigned.EXPERIENCE:

Four years in all phases of commercial paintingQUALIFICATIONS:Education/Certification:High School Diploma or Equivalent (prior painting experience may substitute for this requirement)Valid Texas Driver's LicenseSpecial Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in the painting tradeAbility to properly apply paintsKnowledge of and ability to mix paint to match colorsAbility to follow written and verbal instructionAbility to work independentlyCONTACT INFORMATION:Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, and carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Ability to operate hand and power tools and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Work outside and inside; on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, ladders, and scaffolding; and around machinery with moving parts. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, excessive noises, fumes, and toxic chemicals. Frequent district wide travel.APPLY TO:All interested persons must submit an online auxiliary application to be considered for this position. Current employees must complete an application using the Internal Job Postings system. Email Carolina Banda at cbanda@conroeisd.net with questions or for additional information.SALARY:PAY GRADE:

AUX - 5 - Minimum hourly rate - $20.25DAYS: 261