Painter

Mesquite ISD - Compensation Plans

Auxiliary Compensation Plan

Pay Grade: PG4 $20.00-$28.20
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Paint Supervisor
EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

• To aid in maintaining all facilities, entities, and related projects that need painting.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Demonstrate working knowledge of various aspects of painting and related repairs, including different types of working media and appropriate use thereof
• Knowledge of the use and care of appropriate equipment
• Ability to prioritize and organize work orders and scheduling to facilitate that such alterations and repairs are with safety and expedience not to obstruct a minimum of district activities.

EXPERIENCE:

• Working knowledge of painting and associated skills, with hands on experience.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Applying paint to surfaces including canvas, walls, floors, doors, and cabinets.
• Maintain, repair, and/or replace all internal and external parts of district facilities which are related to painting
• Mix, match, and apply paint, varnish, shellac, enamel, and other finishes.
• Assist other painters with painting needs related to equipment/projects.
• Maintain sufficient inventory of needed supplies and equipment.
• Maintain materials records per facility.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:

• Comprehending simple instructions both written and verbal
• Writing simple correspondence
• Reading blue prints / manuals / work orders

Physical demands/environmental factors:

• Lifting and carrying items in excess of 50 pounds
• Stooping, bending, kneeling, and standing
• Vision corrected in order to read labels and do detail work
• Exposure to weather extremes of hot and cold
• Exposure to material fumes and particles
• Moderate to loud noise in work environment

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.