Painter

Skytop-Lodge; Skytop (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Skytop-Lodge is seeking a skilled Painter to prepare surfaces, apply coatings, and maintain the appearance of the Lodge, Inn, and all property buildings throughout Skytop. The role involves drywall repair, surface finishing, and coordinating with the maintenance team to ensure timely completion of projects.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years of painting experience, holds a valid driver’s license, and can work in indoor and outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting and repair drywall.
• Hang drywall and finish joints for painting prep.
• Paint or stain existing and new surfaces throughout the Lodge.
• Move and set up materials, ladders, and scaffolding.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety on job site.
• Plan and organize work to meet schedules.
• Assist in other maintenance tasks as assigned.

Skills

Safe tool usage

Procedures & routines

Driver's license

Communication skills

Health & safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

English proficiency

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

Description

JOB TITLE:

Painter

JOB SUMMARY:

Prepares surface to be painted and/or stained, applies coating to surface in a professional manner. Painting/staining of old and new surfaces in the Lodge, Inn and all property buildings and structures throughout Skytop.

REPORTS TO:

Head Painter/Maintenance Manager/Director of Engineering

PRIMARY DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

1. Repair drywall and other surfaces in preparation of applying paint
2. Hang drywall, applying finishing materials to drywall such as joint tape and joint compound. Sand and finish drywall to a high level of quality in preparation of applying paint.
3. Repaint or finish all existing surfaces on an as needed basis
4. Paint or stain all new work
5. Patch or repair walls, paneling, doors, and ceilings that have been damaged
6. Stain or paint special projects that come out of the carpenter’s shop
7. Mix pre-mixed paints to blend
8. Use brush, roller or spray gun to apply a variety of surface coatings such as paint, varnish, shellac, enamel lacquer or other protective or decorative finishes; apply undercoats and finish coats
9. Uses, in a correct manner, detergents for the cleaning of surfaces to be renovated or refreshed
10. Use, maintain and clean brushes, tools and other equipment as required
11. Erect, move and work on ladders and scaffolding
12. In order to carry out work, will move furniture, objects, etc.
13. Perform general clean up at job site; observe and implement proper safety practices
14. Plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines in an environment with constantly changing priorities
15. Assist in performing other maintenance duties, as assigned

PRIOR EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 2 years experience as a painter

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Supplies, equipment, vehicle keys, workspace cleanliness, personal appearance and uniforms.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for lifting, climbing, crawling; working in confined spaces for prolonged periods of time; walk, sit or stand for prolonged periods of time; work on slippery or uneven surfaces; bending, stooping, kneeling, stretching, lifting horizontally and vertically and reaching.
2. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
3. Ability to climb ladders and be on scaffolding and various lifts

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work can take place indoors and outdoors and can be located in any of the buildings on property. Exposure to noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, inclement weather conditions; work in confined spaces; work in scaffolding and ladders. Schedule is Monday through Friday and is a dayshift.

HAZARDS ENCOUNTERED:

Typical hazards associated with physical work involving tools, equipment, lifting, climbing. Stain, paint and mineral spirits can be hazardous is used improperly, ingested or comes in contact with eyes, skin, etc.

Notice: Job descriptions are not intended, and should not be construed, to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management must reserve the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush job, or technological development) dictate. Because of various seasonal requirements, jobs in other areas of the resort may be offered as a replacement for this position to include work in other areas e.g. grounds maintenance, housekeeping, kitchen, etc.

Requirements

SKILLS REQUIRED:

1. Competence in the safe use of all tools, equipment, chemicals, and supplies used in the required work
2. Competence in necessary procedures and routines associated with required work
3. Must possess a valid driver’s license
4. Good communication skills
5. Follow good health and safety principles and practices

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. High school education or equivalency preferred
2. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
3. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Knowledge in the use paints (latex and oil) and stains
2. Various painting techniques
3. Understand and apply painting trade safety standards and procedures
4. Methods and techniques of storing equipment, materials and supplies
5. Knowledge of prepping before painting ie; spackling, sanding, caulking and puttying.

PERSONALITY REQUIREMENTS:

Must be reliable, trust worthy, courteous, team-oriented, self-motivated and able to take the initiative to work independently. Must be friendly and cooperative with guests as well as co-workers.