POSITION SUMMARY:   Under the immediate supervision of the Director of Maintenance apply coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect exterior and interior surfaces, trimmings, and fixtures of buildings and structures throughout the district.

      QUALIFICATIONS:   High school diploma or GED

                                       Clear and Valid Texas driver’s license     

               EXPERIENCE:   Eight years experience in painting field 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in painting trade
• Ability to properly apply paints
• Knowledge of and ability to mix paint to match colors
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work independently

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Prepare surfaces for painting, including sanding and removing old paint, filling holes, cracks, and joints with appropriate filler. Tape, float, and texture walls and ceilings.
• Select premixed paints or mix required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.
• Paint surfaces, using brushes, spray gun, paint rollers, or other methods to achieve required effects. Stain, seal, and varnish wood surfaces.
• Erect scaffolding, set up ladders, or use hoists to perform tasks above ground level.
• Pick up and deliver painting supplies to campuses; maintain delivery records.
• Receive and complete work orders. Identify and complete needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment using established inspection procedures. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Maintain inventory of tools and assist with inventory control of materials and equipment.
• Inspect jobs after completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Other duties as assigned.

SAFETY

• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Handle and dispose of paint, stain, varnish, and other chemicals according to established procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

250 Days per year