Painter

brownandrootexternal; Kentucky; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services is hiring a coatings applicator to apply paints and finishes on walls and ceilings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.

You will prepare surfaces by cleaning, smoothing, and filling cracks to ensure a durable coating and accurate color matching on diverse materials. This on-site role offers growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to judge colors is important.
• Knowledge of painting techniques and safe handling of paints and solvents.

Responsibilities

• Apply paint, varnish, and finishes to surfaces with brushes, rollers, and spray machines.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, removing old coatings, and filling cracks for smooth results.
• Identify materials used and select appropriate paint types for plaster, wood, brick, and metal.
• Maintain color accuracy and mix paints as needed.
• Adhere to safety rules and project guidelines; perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Color matching

Paint application techniques

Tool care & safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Brushes

Rollers

Spray equipment

Job description

SUMMARY

To demonstrate knowledge and skills when applying protective coatings to surfaces.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Apply paint, varnish, and other finishes to walls, ceilings, and other surfaces with brushes, rollers, and spray machines.
• Prepare the surfaces to receive the coatings by cleaning the dirt, oil, and grease from the surfaces to be covered, removing old paint and wall coverings, cracks and holes are filled and smoothed over.
• Must know what materials were used to make the paint and which types of paints are required for different materials, such as plaster, wood, brick, and metal.
• Must have a good eye for color to mix and match paints.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A high school diploma or equivalent, minimum eighteen years old, and be able to work well with their hands.
• Ability to judge colors is important.
• Working knowledge of different application techniques, proper care of tools and safe use and handling of paint, solvents, and adhesives.
• Must be physically able to work for long periods of time with arms raised overhead.

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

BENEFITS

• 401K plan with company match
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• AD&D
• Flexible spending account
• Disability
• Paid time off
• Flexible work schedule

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