Painter

Mercy Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center is seeking a skilled painter to maintain the hospital environment's cleanliness and welcoming appearance. You will apply paint, finishes, and coatings to walls, ceilings, and furnishings, and prepare surfaces for wallpapering when needed.

Follow infection control guidelines, use non-toxic paints, and coordinate with maintenance to minimize disruption to patient care while delivering durable, high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Skilled in painting techniques, including surface preparation, priming, and applying finishes.
• Knowledgeable about healthcare-specific requirements, including the use of non-toxic and durable paint products.
• Experienced in working in healthcare environments, understanding the importance of maintaining infection control and hygiene during painting tasks.
• Able to work efficiently and manage time to complete painting tasks without disrupting hospital services.
• Detail-oriented, ensuring that all painted surfaces are smooth, professional, and free from imperfections.
• Familiar with safety protocols, particularly in relation to hazardous chemicals or fumes that may be used in the painting process.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team, collaborating with other maintenance staff as needed.
• Good written and oral skills.
• Self-starter, and self-motivated.
• Works well with others.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the aesthetic appeal and safety of our facilities by applying paint, finishes, and coatings to various surfaces within the facility.
• Prepares surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, and priming walls, ceilings, and other surfaces.
• Applies paint to hospital surfaces including patient rooms, hallways, waiting areas, and offices.
• Ensures compliance with safety standards and infection control guidelines.
• Touches up and repairs paint in high-traffic areas to keep surfaces looking professional.
• Cleans painting tools and stores materials safely.
• Collaborates with hospital management to schedule tasks with minimal disruption to patient care.

Skills

Painting techniques

Healthcare painting

Infection control

Time management

Attention to detail

Safety protocols

Team collaboration

Written & oral skills

Self-starter

Job description

Work Shift Day Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Summary This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by providing and maintaining an environment that allows for the perfect patient experience. This is achieved by applying paint and finishing materials to wall/furniture surfaces. Will also prepare surfaces for painting or wallpapering.

Job Duties

• Maintains the aesthetic appeal and safety of our facilities by applying paint, finishes, and coatings to various surfaces within the facility.
• Ensures that the facility maintains a clean, professional appearance while meeting health and safety standards.
• Adheres to the unique demands of healthcare environments, such as infection control and the durability of paint finishes.
• Maintains a pleasant and welcoming environment for patients and staff, ensuring that all painted areas meet regulatory and aesthetic standards.
• Prepares surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, and priming walls, ceilings, and other surfaces.
• Applies paint to various surfaces in the hospital, including patient rooms, hallways, waiting areas, and offices.
• Ensures compliance with safety standards, such as using non-toxic, non-allergenic paints and finishes that meet healthcare regulations.
• Touches up and repairs paint in high-traffic areas, ensuring that surfaces are maintained and free of chips or scratches.
• Cleans painting tools and equipment after use and storing materials in a safe and organized manner.
• Follows infection control guidelines to ensure that no harmful chemicals or particles are released during the painting process.
• Knowledgeable with wallpaper servicing and applications.
• Collaborating with hospital management to schedule painting or wallpaper tasks without disrupting hospital operations or patient care.
• Maintains the aesthetic quality of the hospital's interior and exterior, ensuring that the hospital presents a clean, fresh, and welcoming environment.
• Works inside and outside of hospital buildings, including patient rooms, hallways, common areas, and other hospital facilities.
• Requires physical labor, including lifting, bending, and using ladders to access high areas.
• Painter must ensure that their work does not interfere with hospital operations or patient care. They may work during off-hours or in sections of the hospital that are less frequented to minimize disruption.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skilled in painting techniques, including surface preparation, priming, and applying finishes.
• Knowledgeable about healthcare-specific requirements, including the use of non-toxic and durable paint products.
• Experienced in working in healthcare environments, understanding the importance of maintaining infection control and hygiene during painting tasks.
• Able to work efficiently and manage time to complete painting tasks without disrupting hospital services.
• Detail-oriented, ensuring that all painted surfaces are smooth, professional, and free from imperfections.
• Familiar with safety protocols, particularly in relation to hazardous chemicals or fumes that may be used in the painting process.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team, collaborating with other maintenance staff as needed.
• Good written and oral skills.
• Self-starter, and self-motivated.
• Works well with others.