PAINTER - PM hours

Richmond County School System; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond County School System is looking for a Painter to join the Maintenance and Facilities Department. This role involves preparing surfaces for painting, applying primer and finish coats, and ensuring a safe work environment. Candidates should possess a valid driver's license and preferably have one year of painting experience. The position is classified as non-exempt, requires work for 235 days a year, and may involve lifting up to 25 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Minimum of one year of painting experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare areas to be painted.
• Apply putty, caulking, and primer.
• Select and pre-mix paint to match colors.
• Carry out work in a safe manner.
• Ensure tools and equipment are cleaned and locked after use.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of painting tools

Ability to follow directions

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Reports To

Assistant Director of Non-Certified Trades

Department or Location

Maintenance and Facilities Department

Position Type

Classified / Non-Contracted

Job Title

Painter - PM hours

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Days Worked

235 Days (12 months)

Job Qualifications

• Education: a high school education or equivalent.
• Certification or Licensure: must possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Skills: must be able to follow directions, have good interpersonal skills, and have knowledge of tools required for the trade and demonstrate proper use.
• Work Experience: a minimum of one year of painting experience is preferred but not required.

Primary Duty

This position is responsible for preparing areas to be painted and applying putty, caulking, and primer. Applies finish coat of paint to surface; stains and varnishes smooth surfaces. Selects and pre-mixes paint to match colors.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Report to the job site on time and furnishes own transportation to and from the job.
• Carries out work in a safe and orderly manner.
• Makes sure scaffolds and ladders are in safe working condition and verifies all wheel and leg locks are properly locked prior to climbing.
• Check all tools and equipment; clean and lock at the end of the work day.
• Applies paint, stain, or varnish to a smooth and even surface.
• The employee shall carry out such other and further duties, whether specifically listed above or not, as are assigned, or required by such employee’s supervisor, other appropriate school personnel, law, board policy, administrative regulation, department handbook, as are reasonably necessary to the efficient operation of the school system and its mission.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, stand, and sit.

Special Requirements

Good physical condition (abilities: climbing ladders, working on scaffolds, and heavy lifting).

Date Established

Date(s) Revised: 07/2024