Building Maintenance Technician - Painter

Children's National Hospital
$26 - $52Onsite

About The Position

Painter will apply coats of paint, varnish, stains, wall paper, enamels, or lacquer to decorate and protect interior surfaces. Will be able to apply a wide variety of surface applications and meet professional standards of an experienced tradesman including signs. The ability to perform small wall repairs and proper surface preparation. Will assist with minor maintenance and service as needed to support ongoing facility operations for the Facilities Department that are initiated through work requests or as dispatched by the control room, call center, and or a member of management in accordance with Hospital standards. The BMT - Painter will provide direct general labor support to all trades. Will be responsible for the procurement and pick up of any and all materials requested by trades. Will perform low level installations, furniture assembly, troubleshooting, repairs, and maintain general building systems and structure. Will perform snow removal as needed and perform basic low level maintenance service and assist in the repairs in the areas of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, plastering.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED (required)
  • 5 years of painting and related experience (Required)
  • 6 years experience as a full-fledged tradesman (Required)
  • 1 year related and progressive experience (Required)
  • 1 year general maintenance, carpentry, mechanical/plumbing and electrical experience (Required)
  • Familiarity with automated work order systems
  • Ability to use internet
  • Willingness to learn new software or programs related to field
  • Carpentry, mechanical/plumbing and electrical experience
  • Valid driver’s license (Required)

Responsibilities

  • Apply coats of paint, varnish, stains, wall paper, enamels, or lacquer to decorate and protect interior surfaces.
  • Perform small wall repairs and proper surface preparation.
  • Assist with minor maintenance and service as needed to support ongoing facility operations.
  • Provide direct general labor support to all trades.
  • Procure and pick up materials requested by trades.
  • Perform low level installations, furniture assembly, troubleshooting, and repairs.
  • Maintain general building systems and structure.
  • Perform snow removal as needed.
  • Perform basic low level maintenance service and assist in repairs in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and plastering.
  • Take the initiative to identify and report deficiencies in the physical plant of the hospital by submitting work orders through the work order system.
  • Diagnose and resolve trouble ticket/work orders thoroughly until completed.
  • Routinely follow up with manager to communicate or request assistance in order to complete work orders, when necessary.
  • Follow up with the requester after completion of a work order to ensure problem has been corrected.
  • Routinely utilize all safety measures as related to work orders and specific tasks.
  • Follow up with the requestor regarding work orders, in a timely manner, upon receipt.
  • Communicate to requester steps for completion of work order and provide any follow up information.
  • Represent the engineering staff in a professional and helpful manner.
  • Compile list of materials to be ordered and submit to supervisor.
  • Complete and update work orders daily for work completed each day.
  • Prepare requisitions for ERP.
  • Assist with projects needs as assigned.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
  • Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
  • Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
  • Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.
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