Maintenance Painter

CROSSROADS RHODE ISLAND • Providence, RI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for general painting and providing a safe and clean work environment. Advocates for the mission of the organization and upholds the agency's values. Provides superior customer service.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Apprenticeship, technical or building trade education helpful.
• Proven experience as a painter.
• One year or more of painting experience.
• Excellent knowledge of painting material and how to select, mix and apply them.
• Solid knowledge of residential and/or commercial painting techniques.
• Well organized, able to prioritize own work and maintain material inventory.
• Aptitude in using appropriate tools (brushes, caulking guns etc.)
• Manual dexterity with excellent balance to work on scaffolding, ladders etc.
• Conscientious with great attention to detail.
• Quick learner interested in expanding knowledge and experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Team builder- inspires and motivates others to perform their best.
• Can work effectively independently as well as a member of a team.
• Commitment to Task-is tenacious, can achieve results in an environment where priorities change quickly.
• Must complete ladder safety training.
• Must have valid drivers license.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, etc.
• Ability to work in an environment in which the job is performed, such as working in hot, cold, dusty, etc. conditions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces, mix paints for different needs, and apply them with brushes or rollers to fill cracks or apply color on walls, ceilings and other objects around facilities.
• Prepare walls and other structures for painting by scraping, sandpaper, removing old paint etc.
• Repair damaged surfaces, holes, and cracks. (Compound)
• Exam surfaces to determine the kind and amount of work necessary to fulfill assignments.
• Perform routine painting maintenance.
• Complete work orders as assigned.
• Timely completion of unit turnovers and common area painting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED