Painter

Linchpin Solutions, Inc.; Barrie; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry seeks a skilled Painter to carry out restoration tasks for residential and commercial properties. The role involves detailed work such as surface preparation, application of paint and customer service, ensuring safety and compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in related field.
• Construction / Restoration / Insurance experience preferred.
• Eligible to operate a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Setup and tear-down of job related materials.
• Apply paint and/or lacquer to various surfaces.
• Maintain clean and hazard-free job site.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Job description

Position Overview

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Painter position works under our construction division completing restoration work for both residential and commercial properties.

Job Duties

● Setup and tear-down of job related materials including poly containment and drop sheets as required to accommodate work ● Obtain color match for various surfaces ● Apply paint and/or lacquer to multiple surfaces, to include but not limited to, drywall, ceilings, baseboards, casings, doors, etc ● Smooths surfaces and removes old paint from surfaces to prepare them for painting ● Fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other filler ● Selects premixed paints, or mixes required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint that

matches specified colors

● Removes fixtures such as pictures and electric switch covers from walls prior to painting ● Spreads drop cloths over floors and room furnishings and covers surfaces such as baseboards, door frames, and windows

with masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting

● Paints surfaces with brushes, spray gun, or paint rollers ● Simulates wood grain, marble, brick or tiles effects ● Applies paint with cloth, brush, sponge, or fingers to create special effects ● Erects scaffolding or sets up ladders to perform tasks above ground level ● Maintain a clean and hazard free job site ● Maintain and clean equipment as required ● Provide excellent customer service ● Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines ● Ensure attention to detail and keen sense of safeguarding other people’s property and information ● Participates in and demonstrates an understanding of safety principles and practices; follows all safety policies and procedures

to support a safe working environment, including safe operation of machines and equipment

● Comply with all Belfor policies and procedures, as well as legislative requirements ● Proactively communicate job site conditions and concerns that may, or are affecting completion of job to the appropriate person ● This role could be required to act as a “lead” periodically as designated by their manager ● Attend all Belfor sponsored training courses

Qualifications

● 2+ years experience in related field ● Construction / Restoration / Insurance experience preferred ● Comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles and practices ● Eligible to operate a motor vehicle per Belfor’s vehicle policy ● Ability to work within a team or independently as needed ● Strong written and verbal communication skills ● Proven ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment ● Basic computer and/or tablet/iPad experience ● Willing to work evenings, on call and weekends when requested ● Periodic travel may be required ● Criminal Record Check

Physical Demands

● Frequent lifting from 5-40 lbs, unassisted (from 35-65% of the time) ● Occasional lifting from 41 lbs +, assisted (up to 50% of the time) ● Access and mobility in tight spaces ● Fit Testing – half and full face mask as needed, annual certification required ● Working at Heights - over 5 feet, periodically ● Sustained periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling

BELFOR(Canada) Inc. is an inclusive andequalopportunityemployer. While we appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their submissions.