Painter, Senior

SeaWorld Entertainment; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a renowned entertainment park where your painting skills will bring joy and excitement to guests. As a vital member, you will perform various painting tasks, ensuring safety and quality in every project. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, tackling challenges like working at heights and managing time-sensitive tasks. You'll enjoy a range of perks, including complimentary park tickets and comprehensive health benefits, making it an attractive position for those passionate about creating memorable experiences. If you're ready to make a difference, this is the place for you!

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes

Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K Retirement plan

Voluntary Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 1+ year of onsite painting experience or equivalent.
• Ability to work at heights and lift heavy materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform general painting work and maintain a safe environment.
• Direct painting team in supervisor's absence.

Skills

Onsite painting experience

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Ability to work at heights

Physical strength (lifting 50 pounds)

Experience with hazardous materials

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HVLP automotive spray guns

Scaffolding equipment

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!

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
• Direct painting team in shop supervisor's absence and communicate with park leadership.
• 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

The perks of the position:

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Voluntary Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan

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.