Painter | Harper College Job at Harper College, Palatine, IL

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  • Harper College
  • Palatine, IL

Job Description

Responsible for applying decorative and protective coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to exterior or interior surfaces; light carpentry skills in support of general maintenance and repair. Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns within or outside normal working hours. Must be able to work shift work, overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Prepares surfaces for painting by removing old coating, repairing and patching as necessary and cleaning.

Selects premixed paints or mixes and blends coating to specified colors.

Install drywall, carpet, VCT tile and ceiling tile.

Erects scaffolding or sets up ladders to perform tasks above ground level.

Applies coatings to surface.

Cleans and maintains painting equipment.

Maintains an inventory of paint stock and equipment.

Assists in estimating cost of time and materials necessary to complete a painting job.

Inspects area of responsibility and observes activities on College property for unsafe conditions which may lead to injury, takes appropriate action to correct any unsafe practice or condition and reports all other potential safety hazards to supervisor.

Responsible for snow and ice removal duties.

Cleans work area upon completion of task

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Employee is subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions. Employee may be required to wear respiratory protection and/or, hearing protection and other personal protective equipment on a daily basis.

Physical Demands:

Work is categorized as medium, which requires the ability to lift and carry 50 pounds. Work involves reaching, prolonged above shoulder level activities, ladder climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, negotiating stairs, grasping, and using hand and or power equipment. Applicants will be required to complete a physical prior to hiring.

Equipment/Tools:

Employee must operate the following tools:

  • Carpentry tools
  • Painting tools
  • Power lift
  • Extension ladders and scaffolding.
  • Use of personal protective equipment (i.e.: gloves, goggles, etc.) when required.
  • Motorized and Electric Vehicles

Supervision:

Under direct supervision of Building Maintenance Supervisor. Receives oral and written instructions as needed.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:

Education: High school graduate or equivalent.

Experience: Four years experience in dry walling, taping and repair in the trades with exterior and interior painting and decorating. Knowledge and ability to use hand tools and common power tools.

Licensing: Valid Illinois Drivers License

Job Tags

Holiday work, Immediate start, Outdoor, Shift work, Weekend work,

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