BUILDING PAINTER

MA ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Singapore is seeking an experienced painter. The role involves reading blueprints, preparing surfaces, and applying various types of paint and finishes. Candidates must have proven experience and be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and nights if necessary. Attention to detail and knowledge of commercial painting techniques are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working after regular schedule.
• Must be available on weekends and public holidays if required.
• Must be flexible for night or day shifts.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and examine surfaces to determine work needed.
• Prepare walls and other surfaces for painting.
• Mix paint and apply finishes according to instructions.

Skills

Proven experience as a painter

Excellent knowledge of painting materials

Solid knowledge of painting techniques

Aptitude in using appropriate tools

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Job Description

• Read blueprints/instructions and examine surfaces to determine the kind and amount of work necessary
• Make on-site preparations such as building scaffolding, covering fixtures etc.
• Prepare walls and other surfaces for painting by scraping, using sand paper, removing old paint etc.
• Fill cracks and holes with appropriate material (e.g. plaster)
• Mix paint and other materials to prepare the right color or texture
• Paint surfaces according to instructions with various tools
• Apply varnish and other finishes
• Calculate costs and negotiate prices
• Take and adhere to all health and safety precautions

Requirements

• Must be work after regular schedule.
• Must be work Sat/Sun/Public holiday (if needed)
• Must be work at any shift (Night/Day)
• Proven experience as a painter
• Excellent knowledge of painting material and how to select, mix and apply them
• Solid knowledge of commercial and/or construction painting techniques
• Aptitude in using appropriate tools (brushes, caulking guns etc.)
• Manual dexterity with excellent balance to work on scaffolding, ladders etc.
• Conscientious with great attention to detail