Painter

Repairs, protects and beautifies various interior and exterior surfaces in client facility providing painting.

Reads blueprints, specifications, and work orders to assess work required and to determine
most appropriate preparation and application methods to use.

Applies primer, paint, stain, varnish and other finishes t multi-surfaces such as concrete, metal
glass, wood, vinyl, sheetrock and plaster with sprayers, rollers and brushes.

Cleans, scrapes and prepares surfaces to ensure paint and other finishes will adhere properly.
Fills and smooth's holes, cracks, and joints with durabond, caulk, and compounds.

Must possess ability to tape and finish drywall for special projects as needed.

Must have completed some form of OSHA approved safety class when it comes to ladders and
scaffolding.

Removes old paint from wood, brick, metal and other surfaces by stripping, sanding, wire
brushing, sand blasting and power washing. Erects and performs work assignments from
scaffolding and ladders and operates and utilizes scissors and articulating lifts to perform painter
work at ground level and up to 24'.

Maintains, crosswalks, parking lot stripping and applies street pavement markings such as stop
bars, skip dashes, bike lanes and symbols, and other markings.

Loads and unloads equipment and supplies from work vehicle. Spreads drop cloths to protect
equipment and surrounding areas.

Cleans paint applicators, equipment and work area after paint jobs are completed.

CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER

i Dependent upon institutional need, incumbents may be required to obtain job-related certification or license, such as a valid Illinois Department of Public Health Lead Abatement Worker License. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations may be afforded to applicants/employees.

Must establish Illinois residences within 180 days of the start date.

1. Must have been through formal training exclusively for painting and decorating and be able to
provide proof of attendance.
2. Must have minimum 7-8 years painting with reputable contractors.
3. Must pass a practical examination to access painting and taping skills.
4. Must possess ability to measure area of a room to determine paint amounts and cost.