Painter, Environmental Services, Per Diem

Endeavor Health•Arlington Heights, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Painter performs general painting, wallpapering, and minor repairs throughout the hospital. The role also repairs or replaces building architectural finishes and assists with simple maintenance of equipment and other items. The Painter reports to the Environmental Services Director/Operations Manager and works per diem, as needed, at Northwest Community Hospital. The listed hours are evenings, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with rotating weekends.

Requirements

Two years of painting experience using different techniques preferred.
Experience hanging and removing wallpaper preferred.
High school graduation or equivalent preferred.
Knowledge of and/or experience in the correct use of body mechanics preferred.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or equivalent.
Two years of painting experience utilizing different techniques.
Experience hanging and removing wallpaper.
Knowledge of and/or experience in the correct use of body mechanics.

Responsibilities

Patch, repair, and paint surfaces throughout the hospital, repainting entire areas or touching up as needed.
Prepare surfaces for painting by spackling and sanding, removing fasteners and electrical plates, and washing surface areas.
Clean work areas after completing work, including vacuuming dust, removing trim tape, and resetting furniture and equipment.
Repair minor wall damage and send a work order to the Maintenance Coordinator when damage is significant or a leak exists.
Maintain a clean and orderly paint storage area.
Order appropriate paint colors and types and painting supplies; use only nontoxic latex paints in patient areas.
Obtain the Director’s approval before using enamels, oil-based, epoxy paints, paint thinners, or combustible or flammable products in designated areas.
Store combustible and flammable supplies in an explosion-proof cabinet.
Hang wallpaper using proper techniques, accurately measure surfaces, and prepare surfaces before wallpapering.
Repair or replace architectural finishes such as ceiling and floor tile, doors, woodwork, and hardware.
Tear down old construction and relocate cabinets and shelving.
Repair equipment and other items requiring simple maintenance, including furniture, wheelchairs, and carts.
Assist other maintenance workers with general repair work as necessary.