JOURNEYMAN PAINTER

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This is not an entry level position. As a Journeyman Painter you will be responsible for a crew of 1-4 painters and work under direct orders of the Project Manager of each project. You will be responsible for specific duties that may or may not be limited to the below. As a Journeyman Painter, you will properly apply paint or other finishes in residential, commercial, industrial or other settings. You should have the knowledge and technique depending on the object that is being painted.

In addition to paint, you may also apply primers to a surface to improve the paint’s adherence to the surface or use a sealer to improve the paint’s durability. On some projects you may use brushes and rollers to apply paint or another finish, while on others you may use paint sprayers and other power equipment. In addition to painting, you will work to prepare surfaces for painting. This may require the use of a wire brush, sandpaper or powered equipment that uses water or an abrasive to remove old paint and other debris. You may also fill nail holes, cracks and other imperfections in the surface you are painting. You may also transport and set up ladders and scaffolding on some jobs to reach the area you are painting.

In some situations, such as painting building exteriors, bridges and other elevated structures, you may need to use specialized equipment to safely paint a surface. You may also be responsible for the completion of some administrative tasks such as estimating project costs, completing invoices and other documentation. As a journeyman painter, you may supervise and teach lower-level painters. With additional experience and training, a journeyman painter may become a master painter or advance into supervisory or management positions. You will also be responsible for any/all equipment checked out/in, job materials, following OSHA Safety guidelines and West Coast Finisher’s Employment Policies. You must – at all times maintain a positive & professional attitude, along with clean appearance while on every jobsite. Will be required to work both indoors and outdoors.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparation of all surfaces’ interior and exterior, proper phases of preparation and material usage.
• Painting of all surfaces’ interior and exterior, correct coating methods and material use. Assist in brush and roller painting in water base and oil base materials.
• Operates, cleans and maintains all painting equipment, including brush, roll, sprayers, pumps, ladders, extensions, scaffolding, lifts etc.
• Safely stores and labels all materials.
• Erects scaffolding, rigging and ladders as necessary in a manner consistent with safety codes.
• Read and understand work orders, safety instructions, drawings/plans.

QUALIFICATIONS (5+ years experience):

• Must be able to operate and use required tools and equipment skillfully and safely.
• Must be able to carry (up to 50 lbs.), climb and work on ladders.
• Must know how to and utilize up to a 28’ extension ladders alone for entire work shift (including all sizes of extension and step-type ladders less than 28’)
• Must be able to bend, twist upper body, kneel, stretch reach, work on uneven surfaces for long periods of time.
• Must be able to erect and work on rolling scaffold for entire work shift.
• Wear & use respirators when necessary.
• Follow instructions and take directions with minimal error.
• Must have reliable transportation as you will be required to have personal tools at the job site.
• Must be able to pass criminal background check and drug test.

**This is an Hourly Position.

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to

westcoastfinishers@comcast.net

We look forward to hearing from you!