painter

Government of Canada - Central; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated individual for a hands-on role in painting and wallpapering. This position requires attention to detail and the ability to work physically demanding tasks. You'll be responsible for preparing surfaces, mixing paints, and applying finishes to create beautiful spaces. If you're passionate about craftsmanship and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your skills and make a visible impact in your community.

Qualifications

• Requires a secondary school graduation certificate.
• 7 months to less than 1 year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and clean surfaces for painting and wallpapering.
• Apply paint and wallpaper to interior and exterior surfaces.
• Advise consumers on colors and wall coverings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hand-eye coordination

Ability to distinguish between colors

Client focus

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Reliability

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

Work Location

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, clean and sand surfaces to be painted
• Repair cracks and holes
• Mix paint to desired colour and texture
• Measure, cut and apply wallpaper and other fabric to walls
• Advise consumers on colours and choice of wall coverings
• Erect scaffolding and swing stages and attach rigging
• Apply paint, wallpaper and other materials and finishes to interior and exterior surfaces
• Estimate costs and materials

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Physically demanding

Personal Suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Reliability