PAINTER

BLUMENFELD DEVELOPMENT GROUP, LTD•New York, NY

57d•$28 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Commercial Real Estate firm seeks Painter for our New York City retail / commercial location. Candidate must be a motivated self-starting individual with the necessary skills that fulfill the responsibilities listed below. This position will work within the Property Management team reporting to the Property Manager.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED preferred. Technical School certifications and/or training preferred.
Minimum 2-3 years painting experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents, plans and schematic drawings and comprehend instructions. Ability to effectively present information to departmental management, employees, tenants, and outside contacts.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Ability to define problems, collect information, and establish facts.
Self-starter with ability to work independently.
Capability to diagnose problems with equipment.
Knowledge of basic painting procedures.
Knowledge of safety rules, hazards and application of accident prevention measures.
Ability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Valid Driver’s License.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Technical School certifications and/or training preferred.

Responsibilities

Apply paint, stain and other finishes to property walls, ceilings, and furniture using brushes, spray guns, or rollers.
Apply primer or sealers to prepare the new surface for finish coats.
Remove old finishes by stripping, sanding, wire bonding, or using water solvents.
Cover surfaces with appropriate material for protection during painting and post appropriate paint signs.
Clean up and store paint and painting tools and equipment in appropriate areas.
Coordinate with management and/or supervisor in order to modify colors of paint, stain, or varnish.
Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures, report maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries, and complete safety training.
Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional. Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.
Reach overhead and below knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stepping.
Move up and down a ladder.
Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time.
Perform the job in accordance with all applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines (i.e. OSHA standards) to promote a safe working environment.
Ensure the appropriate inventory systems, records, files, material safety data sheets, supplies, equipment, and tools are maintained.