Painter - Prov Facilities Management - Providence
About The Position
The Painter performs painting and related maintenance work for Providence Facilities Management. The role prepares and finishes interior and exterior surfaces, repairs walls and wall coverings, maintains tools and work areas, and may perform demolition and related duties. The Painter also communicates with patients, visitors, physicians, and staff; maintains records related to painting work and materials; and follows hospital, safety, infection-control, and confidentiality requirements. The position requires regular and prompt attendance and the ability to work the assigned schedule and overtime as required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Three years of experience in the painting trade.
- A valid driver's license may be required.
- A comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the stated requirements.
Responsibilities
- Follow compliance requirements, hospital policies, confidentiality rules, and ethical standards.
- Maintain regular and prompt attendance; work the assigned schedule and overtime as required.
- Assist with the orientation of new employees as assigned.
- Perform assigned functions with minimal supervision and use proper body mechanics when moving equipment and supplies.
- Lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; use assistive devices or seek help for heavier equipment.
- Prepare ceilings, walls, doors, trim, and other surfaces for finishing.
- Apply primer and finish paint using rollers, brushes, or airless spray equipment.
- Cut, paste, and apply wall coverings.
- Install and repair vinyl covering, base, and corner guards.
- Repair plaster and gypsum-board walls and ceilings.
- Stain new millwork and prepare it for finish varnish.
- Maintain a clean work area and tools.
- Prepare and paint exterior surfaces, including concrete and metal.
- Supervise helpers when assigned.
- Operate a vehicle to travel between work sites or transport materials when required.
- Caulk windows and other openings when required.
- Erect and remove portable scaffolding.
- Communicate appropriately with physicians, patients, visitors, and hospital staff in person and by telephone; respond to overhead pages and use two-way radios properly.
- Maintain records of rooms painted, paint colors and their locations, paint requisitions, unfinished work, ordered parts, and estimated completion dates.
- Accept and complete duties positively, cooperate with colleagues, support unit performance, and use cost-effective practices.
- Complete mandatory unit, departmental, educational, and hospital requirements; follow current infection-control and safety standards.
- Perform on-site demolition as assigned and other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
