PAINTER

Brunswick-Hospital-Center-; Village of Amityville (NY); On-site; USD 58,576,000 - 61,686,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunswick Hospital Center in Amityville, NY is seeking a dedicated Painter to perform interior and exterior painting across hospital facilities. Responsibilities include surface prep, materials mixing, varnish application, and maintaining safety protocols.

The role requires attention to detail, familiarity with painting techniques, and ability to work at heights on scaffolding, ladders, and other access equipment. English proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak, read, and write English.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand instructions and examine surfaces to determine work required.
• Make on-site preparations such as scaffolding and covering fixtures.
• Prepare surfaces for painting by scraping, sanding and removing old paint.
• Fill cracks and holes with plaster or similar material.
• Mix paints and materials to achieve correct color/texture.
• Paint surfaces according to instructions using various tools.
• Apply varnish and other finishes.
• Follow health and safety precautions.
• Maintain supplies and equipment and keep work areas clean.
• Record keeping of work performed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or during emergencies.

Skills

Commercial painting

Painting safety

Detail orientation

Tool handling

Scaffolding/ladder safety

Hand and power tools

Decision making

Job description

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PAINTER

Full Time Brunswick Hospital Center, Amityville, NY, US

Salary Range: $20.50 To $21.47 Hourly

Position Description

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Under the direction of the Director of Building Services, paint the interior and exterior or structures, buildings and other surfaces. Performs all duties related to painting and patching of damaged walls throughout the facility.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand instructions and examine surfaces to determine the kind and amount of work necessary
• Make on-site preparations such as building scaffolding, covering fixtures, etc.
• Prepare walls and other surfaces for painting by scraping, using sandpaper, removing old paint, etc.
• Fill cracks and holes with appropriate material (e.g. plaster)
• Mix paint and other materials to prepare the right color or texture
• Paint surfaces according to instructions with various tools
• Apply varnish and other finishes
• Take and adhere to all health and safety precautions
• Maintain the care and use of supplies and equipment, and maintain the appearance of work areas
• Record keeping of work completed
• Performs other related duties as assigned or when necessary
• Performs unrelated assigned duties in times of emergency

Skills

• Solid knowledge of commercial and/or construction painting techniques
• Experience in painting with various tools and in various heights and spaces while observing all safety measures
• Demonstrate great attention to detail in completing the jobs
• Knowledge of painting material and how to select, mix and apply the right material for the job
• Knowledge in painting and spackling techniques
• Aptitude in using appropriate tools (brushes, caulking guns, etc.)
• Knowledge of hand and power tools
• Manual dexterity with excellent balance to work on scaffolding, ladders, etc.
• Ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret the programs, goals, objections, policies and procedures of the department
• Must identify specific needs of different age groups of patients and visitors. Be aware of needs of specific groups, and have the ability to communicate and interact with same.
• HIPAA Compliance: Every employee must comply with the federal and state laws and regulations to protect the privacy, confidentiality and security of patient care and their information
• Communicates effectively (both written and verbal)

Required Qualifications

• Ability to speak, read, and write English