Painter - 60024086

State of South Carolina; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum is seeking a capable painter for ship and facility preservation. The role involves preparing surfaces, applying primers and finishes, and using a range of tools on vertical and hard-to-reach areas.

The position requires adherence to safety regulations, physical stamina, and the ability to supervise a small crew when needed. A valid SC driver's license and prior trade experience are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of techniques needed and skills to use painter's equipment.
• Ability to lead a crew and allocate materials and tasks.
• Knowledge of safety practices and regulations.
• Knowledge of painting tools, equipment, and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Paint and preserve ships, buildings, and piers for Patriots Point.
• Prepare surfaces and apply primers and finish coats with appropriate equipment.
• Follow safety rules and environmental regulations; perform after-hours work if required.
• Assist with routine repairs and maintenance as part of building upkeep.

Skills

Paint techniques

Safety practices

Trade tools

Rigorous physical activity

Ladder climbing

Crew leadership

Judgment and initiative

High-quality workmanship

Tools

Paint brushes and rollers

Scaffolding

Needle guns

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Are you an experienced professional looking for new opportunities to further your career? Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum is seeking a hardworking and dependable candidate just like you to apply! This position will offer great benefits with the state, including 15 days of annual and sick leave per year or more depending on applicable state service.

Job Duties

Perform as a team member responsible for painting and preservation of the ships, buildings and piers owned by Patriots Point Development Authority. The job duties of this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Perform semi-skilled procedures including the ability to properly prepare the various surfaces for painting and utilizing equipment such as scrapers, chipping hammers, sanders, wire brushes, scalers, deck crawlers and needle guns.
• Safely and properly uses paintbrush techniques, rollers and various spray equipment in the application of primers and finish coats. Perform preservation work and maintenance which includes high, vertical surfaces and other remote areas using appropriate scaffolding when required. Safely and properly disposes of waste products generated during painting operations IA W with PPDA policies and procedures.
• Adheres to all safety and environmental regulations as required by the Agency.
• Employee may be required to work after normal working hours, on weekends, holidays, emergencies and/or special events. Employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned to accomplish the mission of the Agency.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A valid South Carolina driver's license and previous trade experience.

Additional Requirements

Knowledge of techniques needed and skills necessary to properly utilize equipment used in the performance of duties as a semi-skilled painter. Ability to serve as crew leader; assign tasks to workers and allocate materials and equipment to complete assigned tasks. Knowledge of safety practices and regulations. Knowledge of tools, equipment, materials and supplies used as a painter. Skill in the use of various trade tools and equipment. Skill in making emergency and general repairs and adjustments to equipment used in building and maintenance work. Ability to use judgment and initiative to complete routine work without constant supervision. Position requires rigorous physical activity. Must be capable of climbing vertical ladders, lifting reasonable amounts of weight normally encountered in the performance of their duties. as well as knowing when to ask for assistance when the weight is too heavy to lift, and walking long distances in a workday. Must be motivated to perform high-quality work.

Additional Comments

Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

Exceptional Benefits Package for Full Time Employees

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available(S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *

• State Retirement Plan(SCRS)
• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
• Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.