Painter

J. Paul Getty Trust, The•Los Angeles, CA

13h

About The Position

Getty is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve. We value differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status. Job Summary Applies paint, lacquer or other coating onto a variety of surfaces and materials, including walls, woodwork, fixtures, metal, Woodstock or fabricated items using a brush or spray gun. Uses hand scraper, wire brush, sandpaper or turpentine to clean surfaces and prepare for painting or retouching. Scrapes old paint from surfaces and places putty or filler in nail holes and cracks. Mixes colors, oils, thinners and other paint ingredients to obtain proper color or consistency.

Requirements

High School/GED
3 to 5 years experience in commercial painting of large scale surfaces
California drivers license with less than three DMV points
Skilled at patching surfaces and matching colors
Skilled at painting large surface areas with a roller to avoid streaking
Skilled at color mixing
Skilled at applying water based lacquers and varnishes
Skilled with working with two part epoxy paints
Skilled at applying paint with all forms of applications, including brushes, rollers, and sprayers
Basic computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software email applications and work order tracking systems preferred

Responsibilities

Paints and patches surfaces in public areas such as sheetrock or plaster walls, wood and metal doors, and painted hand rails
Creates color boards of custom colors for internal clients
Repairs and paints museum galleries for exhibitions
Maintains an accurate record of daily paint usage for documenting VOC emissions for SCAQMD
Makes recommendations regarding painting and retouching of surfaces and objects throughout the Getty
Determines specifications for small projects and may monitor the work of other staff or contractors Assumes responsibility for successful project completion, including cleaning and materials preparation

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty Match
Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
Educational Assistance and professional development
Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
12 Paid Holidays
Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
Community service opportunities

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