Painter

Responsibilities

This position functions as a traveling Painter using his/her personally owned vehicle (POV). The Painter will perform skilled work involving the preservation, priming and painting of interior and exterior surfaces at assigned Atria Senior Living Communities.

• Paints surfaces, using brushes or paint rollers.*
• Smooth surfaces using sandpaper, brushes, or steel wool.*
• Remove old paint from surfaces using paint remover, scraper, and wire brush to prepare surfaces for painting.*
• Fill nail holes, cracks, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other filler using caulking gun and putty knife.*
• Remove fixtures, such as pictures, door knobs, switch/outlet covers, fire alarm covers, etc from walls prior to painting.*
• Spread drop cloths over floors, room furnishings, and covers surfaces with masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting. Use a ladder to perform tasks above ground level.*
• Wash surfaces prior to painting with mildew remover as needed.*
• May be assigned to wear a respirator.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school graduate.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Able to estimate materials and time required to complete various tasks.
• Able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License and an excellent driving record.
• Excellent work history and attendance record.
• Considerable knowledge of standard power tools and equipment used in painting activities; able to use and operate hand and power tools as needed in a safe, efficient manner.
• Working knowledge of safety standards/precautions pertaining to painting and ability to read and follow SDS recommendations and requirements.
• Able to bend/stoop/reach and lift/carry heavy objects weighing up to 100 pounds; twists torso 450 to 900 to perform essential functions.
• Must successfully complete all Atria-specified training programs.