Painter Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

Position Description

Painting Trades Worker

Anzsco: 332211
Salary range: $70,000–$75,000 Per year

JOB TITLEPainter

Reports TOOwner/ Manager

ObjectiveThe primary role of the Painter is to prepare building sites and apply paint to interior and exterior surfaces for a variety of purposes.



Main responsibilities/duties:

· Work out the quantity of materials needed for the job by taking surface measurements or by looking at job specifications or drawings. Mix and match the appropriate colours.

· Remove old paint by washing, scraping, sanding, or by using blowtorches or liquid paint removers and/or smoothing interior and exterior surfaces prior to painting, varnishing, or applying other related materials.

· Paint to the highest standard of workmanship – do surface prep, e.g., place drop sheets to protect areas from dripping paint, remove fixtures such as pictures, door knobs, or electric switch covers.

· Also, prepare surfaces by fixing woodwork, filling or sealing holes, cracks, and joins, and washing them down to remove dust and grease. Fill holes and cracks with caulk, putty, plaster, or other compounds.

· Apply protective (primers or sealers) and decorative coats of paint, varnish, and/or other related materials to interior and exterior surfaces of buildings, furniture, equipment, and other structures so the paint will adhere.

· Brush, roll, or spray the paints, stains, varnishes, and other finishes.

· Thoroughly clean equipment, paint mixing area, and work area.

· Competently erect scaffolding and use apparatus (ladders and planks) to work safely at all heights.

· Identification, safe handling, and appropriate disposal of paints, stains, preparatory and undercoating materials, and other hazardous materials.

· Working with a deep understanding of OHS practices and requirements.



Hours of work:

This role is offered on a full-time basis with the expectation of 38 hours of work each week. Shift hours may vary depending on factors such as business hours and staff availability, and reasonable overtime hours may be required if necessary.

Must have:

· Minimum 2 years of experience;

· Trade qualified (AQF Certificate III or above);

· Red or white card;

· Driver’s license;

· Own car equipped to carry tools and ladders;

· A good understanding of workplace health and safety rules and the ability to follow safe working principles;

· Ability to liaise with other trades workers, clients, and third parties to ensure construction;

· Sites are managed to the highest level;

· We are looking for someone who can work as a part of a busy team on our bigger jobs as well as can complete and manage smaller jobs on their own; and

· EWP Yellow Card, WAH certificate, High Risk license, First Aid qualifications are desirable.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $75,000.00 per year

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:

Performance bonus



Licence/Certification:

White Card (Preferred)

Work Safely at Heights (Preferred)

Driver Licence (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

Australia Location: In person