Painter I

City of Compton•Compton, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs professional interior and exterior painting, coating and sealing of City facilities; performs related work as assigned. This role works under the general supervision of the Building Maintenance supervisor and does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent; AND three (3) years experience in commercial painting and/or building maintenance; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License.
Knowledge of City organization, operations, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of paint and site surface preparation and paint application.
Knowledge of common hand and power tools.
Knowledge of basic preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Knowledge of applicable regulations and procedures for the disposal of hazardous chemicals.
Skill in surface cleaning, preparation and application of paint, varnish or other coatings or sealants.
Skill in safely using, maintaining and repairing specialized equipment to complete assigned projects.
Skill in safely working from ladders and scaffolds.
Skill in following oral and written instructions.
Skill in utilizing public relations techniques in responding to inquiries and complaints.
Skill in using hand and power tools.
Skill in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
Skill in verbal and written communications.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Responsibilities

Receives work orders or project assignment from supervisor.
Assembles and prepares necessary materials to complete assignment.
Establishes safe work area and coordinates activities with the general public as necessary.
Prepares surfaces to be painted by removing old paint, utilizing scrapers, wire brushes, and cleaning or pressure washing.
Applies primer, new paint or other coating according to work orders; removes graffiti as needed.
Cleans brushes, rollers, sprayers and other equipment upon completion, and disposes of paint, solvents and cleaners according to City hazardous materials procedures.
Performs a variety of building maintenance duties as assigned including demolition and/or construction of permanent or temporary interior walls, plaster patchwork, roof maintenance and repair and installation of floor coverings.
Completes and submits routine reports and other paperwork in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.