Experienced School Painter & Finishing Specialist

Northwest Independent School District

Fort Worth (TX)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 63,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Northwest Independent School District is seeking a Painter to maintain and enhance school facilities in Fort Worth, TX. The role covers applying coats of paint, varnish, and finishes to interior and exterior surfaces, trims, and fixtures under general supervision.

The position requires experienced performance, a valid Texas driver’s license, and the ability to work independently or in teams. Hours, wage details, and departmental context are provided in the district’s Facilities, Planning &

Qualifications

High school diploma preferred.
Valid Texas driver’s license.
Meet district vehicle driver eligibility requirement.
Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in painting trade.
Ability to match & apply texture
Ability to mix & match paint
Ability to patch wall surfaces
Ability to paint & finish wood & metal doors
Ability to determine proper types of paints, primers, sealers, & finish to apply for excellent results
Ability to finish fine wood cabinets & furniture
Ability to strip & re-finish doors, cabinets, & furniture
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to work independently
Minimum of seven (7) years of successful experience in painting, remodeling, maintenance and/or new construction

Responsibilities

Demonstrate acceptable work habits including teamwork, initiative and dependability.
Report to work on time each day.
Be able to work without direct supervision.
Perform the painting duties necessary to maintain in good repair building casework, walls, doors, door & window frames.
Tape, float, and texture walls and ceilings.
Stripe fire lanes & parking lots.
Use a variety of painter’s hand tools and equipment.
Use a variety of power painters, texture, & spray guns.
Smooth and prepare surfaces for painting, including sanding and removing old paint.
Fill nail holes, cracks, and joints with putty, plaster, or other filler.
Select premixed paints or mix required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.
Paint surfaces, using brushes, spray gun, or paint rollers, and apply paint with cloth, brush, sponge, or fingers to crease special effects.
Erect scaffolding or set up ladder to perform tasks above ground level.
Detect needed repairs on buildings, ground, and equipment by following established inspection procedures.
Prepare all painted signs required by the district.
Maintain accurate records of material and labor used.
Maintain inventory of tools and assist with inventory control of materials and equipment.
Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
Handle and dispose of paint, stain, varnish, and other chemicals according to established procedures.
Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
Select materials necessary for the work.
Prepare cabinets for finishing (sanding & filling).
Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as needed basis.