Painter

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston is seeking Painters to perform general painting, restoration and refinishing to extend the life of equipment, furnishings, and facilities. Responsibilities include completing work orders, preparing surfaces, and applying paints using brushes or spray methods to achieve specified finishes.

Minimum two years of painting experience is required, with the ability to read instructions and work independently on-site.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, add, subtract and follow oral and written instructions.
• Two years of experience as a painter are required.
• Experience with painting, restoration, refinishing techniques, and use of common painting tools.

Responsibilities

• Receive and complete work orders, identify repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Prepare surfaces for painting, including sanding, filling holes and cracks.
• Apply paint using brushes, spray equipment, rollers; stain, seal, and varnish surfaces.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of the work area; assist with inventory of materials and tools.

Skills

Painting trades knowledge

Blueprint reading

Reading/writing comprehension

Independent work

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Hazard awareness

Education

Basic education (9–11 years)

Job description

Position Overview

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

DIVISION: Property Management

LOCATION: Various

WORKDAYS & HOURS: Monday - Friday; 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM; On call schedule if needed *Subject to change*

About

In 1999, the General Services Department (GSD) was established to construct and maintain the City’s building portfolio. Since that time, GSD has evolved into a full service, client-centered department that provides a comprehensive suite of services to over 300 facilities: representing 7.7 million square feet of occupied space. As a full-service department, GSD assists its clients in identifying the appropriate real estate solution and then provides design and construction services for the development of the facility. Once the facility is ready for occupation, GSD provides energy, property and security management services to ensure the lights come on and the facility is clean, well-maintained and secure. To further enhance the operation of its facilities, GSD established the Sustainable Growth division. This division is responsible for implementing green and sustainable property and energy management solutions with the intent of reducing operating costs and improving client satisfaction. GSD is client-focused, customer-responsive, and is committed to customer service and excellence. GSD stands firmly on three core values: Integrity First, Service before Self, and Excellence in All We Do.

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

The General Services Department is seeking Painters to perform general painting, restoration & refinishing techniques to reduce replacement costs and enhance the life of equipment, furnishings, and facilities. The duties for this position include but are not limited to:

Reviews And Implements Work Orders And Assignments

• Receive and complete work orders, identifying and addressing necessary repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment through established inspection procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of materials and labor used, oversee inventory of tools, and assist with inventory control of materials and equipment

Identifies, prepares and obtains required materials, supplies and equipment to complete assignments:

• Select premixed paints or mix required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.
• Performs general painting, restoration and refinishing techniques, e.g., spray and brush painting, varnishing, priming, scraping, floating and taping
• Paint surfaces using brushes, spray guns, paint rollers, or other methods to achieve required effects, and stain, seal, and varnish wood surfaces

Repairs Damaged Surfaces

• Prepare surfaces for painting by sanding, removing old paint, filling holes, cracks, and joints with appropriate filler, taping, floating, and texturing walls and ceilings

Uses a Variety Of Hand And Power Tools

• Erect scaffolding, set up ladders, or use hoists to perform tasks above ground level
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures

Maintains a Safe And Clean Work Area

• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean and excess materials are removed as needed
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor
• Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities
• Will perform all duties assigned:
• Attend training classes and seminars as directed

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Motion: Frequent walking, bending, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving. There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises and minor burns. Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures and excessive humidity and dampness, dust, fumes, smoke, gas, toxic chemicals and materials, solvents, grease, oil; noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts, moving.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to read, write, add, subtract and follow oral and/or basic written instructions as might normally be acquired through nine to eleven years of formal schooling. No special knowledge of any subject area or technical field is required.

Experience Requirements

Two years of experience as a painter are required.

License Requirements

Must have a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

May require a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an "H" endorsement for transporting hazardous material

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants with the following skills, knowledge, and/or experience:

• Effective written and audible comprehension and communication skills
• Ability to read and understand written and/ or verbal instructions
• Ability to read blueprints and diagrams
• Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in the painting trade
• Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures
• General knowledge of other crafts used in building repair and maintenance
• Knowledge of state and local building codes
• Ability to work independently
• Effective organizational and interpersonal skills
• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Selection/Skills Tests Required

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

YES