Painter

Catholic Health Services; Plainedge (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition assistance

Defined pension plan

Growth-focused culture

Job summary

Catholic Health Services’ St. Joseph Hospital in Bethpage, NY is seeking an experienced painter to prepare surfaces, mix and apply finishes, and install wall coverings as needed.

You will work with latex, vinyl, alkyd paints, use brushes, rollers, spray equipment, and ensure safety and infection control. A high school diploma and 3 years painting experience are required; ability to lift up to 100 lbs and stand for long periods.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a painter.
• Able to prepare forms and work logs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for finishes (plaster, masonry, wood, metal, plastics).
• Mix and apply spackle or plaster to smooth surfaces.
• Mix and apply cement to small areas.
• Use sanding equipment and hand tools for finishing.
• Mix paint colors and apply various paints (latex, vinyl, alkyd, oil-based, epoxies).
• Use brushes, rollers, and spray equipment efficiently and proficiently.
• Prepare, install and repair wall surfaces and coverings as required.
• Spackle and tape sheetrock joints and install corner beads.
• Install rubber/metal corner guards, rubber/vinyl covers or straight base and other strips.
• Use proper masking and solvents in paints and finishes.
• Perform cleaning and rubbish removal, move equipment as needed.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Painter

Location: St. Joseph Hospital – A Member of Catholic Health

Join St. Joseph Hospital, a proud member of Catholic Health, located in Bethpage, NY, St. Joseph is a 203-bed, community-focused hospital.

Job Details

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare various surfaces for finishes, including plaster surfaces, masonry, wood, metal, plastics, etc.
• Mix and apply spackle or plaster to obtain smooth surfaces.
• Mix and apply cement to small areas.
• Use sanding equipment and other hand tools for finishing surfaces.
• Mix paint colors.
• Have knowledge of various types of paints and some understanding of applications of latex, vinyl, alkyds, oil passed paints and other special paints such as epoxies.
• Use brushes, rollers and various types of spray equipment efficiently and proficiently.
• Must be able to prepare, install and repair wall surfaces and various types of wall coverings as required.
• Spackle and tape sheetrock joints and install metal corner beads on sheetrock and plaster as assigned.
• Install rubber and metal corner guards, rubber and vinyl cover or straight base and other protective strips assigned.
• Install rubber and metal corner guards, rubber and vinyl cover or straight base and other protective strips assigned.
• Use proper masking and correct solvents and mixing agents in preparing paints and other surface finish materials.
• Perform miscellaneous jobs as required including cleaning and rubbish removal, moving of equipment, etc..
• Performs related duties as required.
• Must be able to stand and work for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and move heavy materials and equipment weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Attendance/Punctuality- employee is punctual and attendance is consistent with hospital policy.
• Mandatory Education- exhibits an understanding of the hospital’s Mandatory Program.
• Fire/Safety- demonstrates an understanding of the hospital’s fire and safety program and procedures as outlined in the fire and safety manual.
• Infection Control- consistently utilizes infection control practices.
• Dress Code- always observes the hospital dress code and wears identification badge.
• Adaptability/Flexibility- learns new tasks, accepts new duties and adjusts to new procedures/processes/requirements.
• Attitude- shows interest, enthusiasm and cooperation in work, company and associates.
• Judgment- consistently chooses an appropriate course of action asks questions and asks for guidance as appropriate.
• Exhibits a commitment to the values expressed in NIH’s Mission Statement.
• Initiative- performs assigned tasks, without detailed instructions.
• Responsibility- assumes and carries out assigned tasks and is accountable for results.

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a painter.
• Able to prepare forms and work logs.

Why Join Us:

• Competitive pay + differentials and benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Defined pension plan
• Growth-friendly culture

Starting from USD $34.28/Hr.

Be part of something meaningful. Help us care for our community with compassion and excellence.

The rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.