Painter

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a skilled Painter to perform a wide range of painting tasks under limited supervision across laboratories and facilities. Responsibilities include preparing surfaces, applying coatings, and ensuring safety and quality in every job.

The role requires at least five years of painting experience in commercial or industrial settings, with knowledge of surface preparation, coatings, and application methods.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED.
• A minimum of five years of painting experience in commercial or industrial setting.
• Completion of a formal training program is preferred.
• Knowledge of various paint application methods (brush, roll, spray).
• Ability to calculate materials needed and read work orders.

Responsibilities

• Perform all types of painting, priming, and removal on interior/exterior rooms, equipment, buildings, and surfaces.
• Use brushing, rolling, and spraying to apply epoxies, floor coatings, and caulking.
• Stripe parking lots and road surfaces; fireproof wood and barriers.
• Prepare surfaces by scraping, sanding, patching, pressure washing, and degreasing.
• Hang drywall and finish sheetrock; install decals and vinyl frosting.
• Select appropriate finishes after evaluating surface conditions and paint plans.
• Calculate materials needed from surface measurements and work orders.
• Provide superior customer service to internal and external customers.
• Adhere to Safe Conduct of Research and company core values.

Skills

Painting experience

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

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The Oak Ridge National Laboratory has an opening for a Painter. In this position, you will perform, under limitedsupervision, a wide variety of painting jobs utilizing various application methods throughout the laboratory.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform all types of painting, priming, and removal on the following surfaces: interior and exterior rooms,equipment, exterior of buildings, laboratories, pipes, handrails and stairwells, floors, steel, and other varioussurfaces.
• Use numerous application methods such as brushing, rolling, and spraying.
• Apply epoxies, floor coatings, non-skid coatings, wall coverings, and caulking.
• Stripe parking lots and road surfaces.
• Fireproof wood and fire barriers.
• Prepare surfaces by scraping, wet sanding, patching, pressure washing, sandblasting, cleaning, ordegreasing.
• Hang drywall and finish sheetrock application.
• Install decals and vinyl frosting on glass surfaces.
• Perform specialty methods and applications such as special coatings, staining/finishing wood trim, texturingwalls and ceilings, and hanging and stripping wallpaper.
• Choose the right paint or finish for the surface to be covered by analyzing the paint thickness, durability, easeof handling, method of application, and paint plan.
• Calculate the amount of materials needed for a job based on surface measurement and/or work orders.
• Provide superior customer service to internal and external customers
  Other tasks as assigned by management.
• Abide by the principles of the Safe Conduct of Research including being personally responsible for ensuringsafe operations by raising safety concerns, using a questioning attitude, considering hazards for every task,and never stop learning.
• Align behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• HS diploma or GED.
• A minimum of five years of painting experience in commercial or industrial setting.

Preferred Qualifications:.

• Completion of a formal training program and industrial experience.
• Strong knowledge of various paint application methods such as brushing, rolling, and spraying.
• Knowledge of surface preparation (scraping, wet sanding, patching, pressure washing, blasting, cleaning, ordegreasing).
• Knowledge of how to paint different types of surfaces such as offices, equipment, doors, pipes, handrails,steel, and other surfaces, including striping.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques related in painting in specialized areas and work environments.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques related to the safe use, storage, and disposal of paint and cleaningproducts and chemicals, and safe cleanup techniques.
  Understand compatible and incompatible paints and substitutions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to understand and comprehend instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team, other departments, etc.

Special Requirements:

• Physical Requirements: Work will involve various physical requirements and certain working conditions and as such a post offer, pre-hire physical will be required.
• Visa Sponsorship:Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.

Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.

To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

About ORNL:

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.