Painter - Paradise, Canada - BELFOR
Description
Position Overview
Reporting to the Production Manager, the Painter position works under our construction division completing restoration work for both residential and commercial properties.
Job Duties
● Setup and tear-down of job related materials including poly containment and drop sheets as required to accommodate work● Obtain color match for various surfaces● Apply paint and/or lacquer to multiple surfaces, to include but not limited to, drywall, ceilings, baseboards, casings, doors, etc● Smooths surfaces and removes old paint from surfaces to prepare them for painting● Fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other filler● Selects premixed paints, or mixes required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint that
matches specified colors
● Removes fixtures such as pictures and electric switch covers from walls prior to painting● Spreads drop cloths over floors and room furnishings and covers surfaces such as baseboards, door frames, and windows
with masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting
● Paints surfaces with brushes, spray gun, or paint rollers● Simulates wood grain, marble, brick or tiles effects● Applies paint with cloth, brush, sponge, or fingers to create special effects● Erects scaffolding or sets up ladders to perform tasks above ground level● Maintain a clean and hazard free job site● Maintain and clean equipment as required● Provide excellent customer service● Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines● Ensure attention to detail and keen sense of safeguarding other people's property and information● Participates in and demonstrates an understanding of safety principles and practices; follows all safety policies and procedures
to support a safe working environment, including safe operation of machines and equipment
● Comply with all Belfor policies and procedures, as well as legislative requirements● Proactively communicate job site conditions and concerns that may, or are affecting completion of job to the appropriate person● This role could be required to act as a "lead" periodically as designated by their manager● Attend all Belfor sponsored training courses
Qualifications
● 2+ years experience in related field● Construction / Restoration / Insurance experience preferred● Comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles and practices● Eligible to operate a motor vehicle per Belfor 's vehicle policy● Ability to work within a team or independently as needed● Strong written and verbal communication skills● Proven ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment● Basic computer and/or tablet/iPad experience● Willing to work evenings, on call and weekends when requested● Periodic travel may be required● Criminal Record Check
Physical Demands
● Frequent lifting from 5-40 lbs, unassisted (from 35-65% of the time)● Occasional lifting from 41 lbs +, assisted (up to 50% of the time)● Access and mobility in tight spaces● Fit Testing – half and full face mask as needed, annual certification required● Working at Heights - over 5 feet, periodically● Sustained periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling