Painter (Part-Time)

SeaWorld Entertainment; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated individuals to join their team in creating memorable experiences for guests. This role involves performing various painting tasks while ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Candidates should be dependable, have excellent communication skills, and be comfortable working at heights. Enjoy a vibrant work environment with perks like free park admission and discounts. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are ready to contribute to a fun atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

FREE park admission

Discounts on park admission tickets

Park discounts on food and merchandise

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events

Qualifications

• 1+ years of onsite painting experience required.
• Ability to work at heights and lift heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Perform general paint work and maintain a safe environment.
• Organize daily workload without direct supervision.

Skills

Onsite painting experience

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Ability to work at heights

Physical strength

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Airless spray equipment

HVLP automotive spray guns

Forklift

Job description

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what it's like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

Compensation Rate: $16.00/hr.

What you get to do:

• Perform all functions of general paint work for in-park painting services while ensuring a safe environment for guests and employees.
• Utilize application methods, airless spray, conventional spray equipment, brush and roller applications.
• Perform pressure washing; assemble, dismantle scaffolding.
• Perform tasks assigned within time constraints implied by park operational guidelines; organize and plan daily workload without direct supervision.
• Select proper materials for jobs.
• Maintain cleanliness in the paint shop and storage areas.
• Dependable performance in terms of attendance, acceptance of assignments, and strict adherence to all safety policies and requirements.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as required.

What It Takes To Succeed:

• Have at least one year of onsite experience or equivalent experience in the painting field.
• Have experience working with chemical and hazardous waste.
• Ability to obtain a company driver’s license including high reach and forklift licenses.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be comfortable building and working on scaffolding up to 24ft.
• Be able to pass a respirator fit test.
• Have basic mathematical skills.
• Be comfortable working at heights up to 385ft.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and push/pull up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Be able to climb and work off of ladders.
• Have paint and body experience.
• Have experience in fiberglass repairs, applying polyester bondo and refinishing.
• Be familiar with Mach and Sata HVLP automotive spray guns.
• Ability to work under and meet tight deadlines.
• Be comfortable with exposure to noise and vibrations.
• Be comfortable working around fumes/dust/odor.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Ability to train on and properly use protective gear.
• Available to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours; i.e. be able to work opening and closing shifts.

What Else Is Important:

• Valid state driver’s license preferred.
• Base coat/clear coat and single stage preferred.
• Experience in other maintenance fields preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

As a 365 day/year operation, full-time candidates are expected to provide flexible availability to support year-round operating needs. This may include, but is not limited to, working opening, mid-day and closing shifts during peak and non-peak seasons, as well as weekends and holidays.

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• FREE park admission.
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends.
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways.

EEO Employer: SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.