Skilled Laborer Painting

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools•Nashville, TN

16h•$21•Onsite

About The Position

Serves as a painter for school district facilities. Responsible for applying coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel or lacquer to decorate and protect surfaces, trimmings, and fixtures of buildings and structures throughout the district. Works under general supervision according to some procedures; decides how and when to complete tasks.

Requirements

Active Listening
Learning Strategies
Troubleshooting
Equipment Selection
Judgement and Decision Making
Time Management
Coordination
DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State

Nice To Haves

Vocational Training
1-2 years applicable experience in painting and preparation of surfaces

Responsibilities

Smoothens and prepares surfaces for painting, including sanding and removing old paint.
Fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with putty, plaster, or other filler.
Paints surfaces, using brushes, spray gun, or paint rollers, and applies paint with cloth, brush, sponge, or fingers to create special effects.
Stains, seals, and varnishes wood surfaces.
Prepares all painted signs required by the district.
Erects scaffolding or sets up ladder to perform tasks above ground level.
Picks up and delivers painting supplies to campuses.
Detects needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment by following established inspection procedures.
Keeps records of work assignments
Maintains inventory of tools and assist with inventory control of materials and equipment.
Works with Lead to complete projects.