painter

Government of Canada; Oakville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization is seeking a skilled painter in Oakville, Ontario. The role requires at least 2 years of experience, focusing on various painting methods and the ability to work outdoors and at heights. Applicants should have no formal education requirements but must exhibit strong skills in mixing paint and applying different finishes. The position involves physical work and is strictly on-site; remote options are not available.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in a related field.
• Specialization in coating/application including novelty and decorative effects.

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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hand-eye co-ordination

Ability to distinguish between colours

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Dependability

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• At heights

Work setting

• Various locations

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

Experience and specialization

Coating/application specialization: Novelty and decorative effects

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Dependability