painter

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

Job summary

A government agency in Victoria is seeking a skilled individual for a hands-on position that involves preparing and applying paint on various surfaces. You will be responsible for advising clients on colours and ensuring the quality of work in an on-site environment. Candidates must have a high school graduation certificate and experience working in confined spaces and at heights. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to diverse projects within a supportive governmental context.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Experience of 7 months to less than 1 year in a relevant field.
• Strong communication skills in English are required.

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.
• Apply paint, wallpaper and other materials and finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
• Estimate costs and materials.

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

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

Work site environment

• At heights
• Confined spaces
• Odours

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
• Apply paint, wallpaper and other materials and finishes to interior and exterior surfaces
• Estimate costs and materials