Painter - Full Time

Overview:
We are seeking coachable and hardworking individuals wanting to complete meaningful and rewarding work. 613 Painters offers Full Time hours, a large variety of job-site types, and an autonomous work culture in a work hard play hard environment, while rewarding hard work, not just the time you put in. This is a great opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, has a strong work ethic, and takes pride in their craftsmanship.

Occupational Tasks:

• Cover surfaces with drop cloths or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting.
• Fill cracks, holes, or joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives.
• Apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces, such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
• Apply paint, stain, varnish, enamel, or other finishes to equipment, buildings, bridges, or other structures, using brushes, spray guns, or rollers.
• Read work orders or receive instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements.
• Set up ladders, to work above ground level.
• Remove fixtures such as pictures, lamps, or electric switch covers prior to painting.
• Wash and treat surfaces with oil, turpentine, mildew remover, or other preparations, and sand rough spots to ensure that finishes will adhere properly.
• Remove old finishes by stripping, sanding, wire brushing, or using water or abrasive blasting.
• Select and purchase tools or finishes for surfaces to be covered, considering durability ease of handling, methods of application, and customer' wishes.
• Smooth surfaces, using sandpaper, scrapers, brushes, steel wool, or sanding machines.
• Clean and maintain painting tools and equipment
• Follow safety guidelines and use proper protective gear

Occupational Requirements:

• Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Performing General Physical Activities - Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Handling and Moving Objects - Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material - Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Worker Requirements:

• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work- related documents.

Worker Characteristics:

• Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Cooperation - Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good- natured, cooperative attitude.
• Leadership - Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
• Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Trunk Strength - The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without ;giving out; or fatiguing.
• Gross Body Equilibrium - The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
• Extent Flexibility - The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.

Experience:

• Related Work Experience - No prior knowledge is required, all necessary training will be provided
• Required Level of Education - Highschool diploma

If you are a skilled Painter looking for a rewarding opportunity with a reputable company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

EEOC Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $19.50 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• Company events

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay
• Retention bonus
• Tips

Application question(s):

• How many hours per week are you looking to work?
• Are you willing to work weekends?
• Have you worked with ladders above 20 feet?

If not, are you willing to use ladders above 20 feet?

• Do you have a valid driver's license and/or access to a personal vehicle?

Language:

• English (required)

Location:

• Kingston, ON (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-05-01