Painter I
Position Purpose
Under supervision from the Building Repair Shop Supervisor and senior technicians, the Painter I completes quality painting projects requiring attention to appearance, function and durability. Develops painting skills and techniques to prepare and coat interior and exterior walls, ceilings and other surfaces of the College’s buildings and structures. Works as a crew member on large scale projects or with a senior technician on smaller routine projects. The Painter I is an entry level position with a specified level of skill and proficiency in the execution of painting duties.
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
High School or equivalency
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Must hold a valid driver’s license and be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
- Ability to follow oral & written instructions and to work independently under minimal supervision, exercising sound judgment and applying strong problem-solving skills.
- Strong customer service skills and good communications skills; ability to communicate work to be performed with college employees and building occupants.
- Computer skills including basic word processing, email, spreadsheets, smartphones or tablets.
- Ability to document and record issues and procedures.
- Ability to perform demanding physical activity, work at heights and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity under physically difficult and/or strenuous conditions.
- Knowledge of safety regulations applicable to the use of ladders, ropes, harnesses, and scaffolds.
- Must be capable of participating in the College’s respiratory protection program and capable of responding to alarms including potentially hazardous environments.
- Willingness to work overtime when required.
- Must have successfully completed the following training prior to performing work to which the training relates: EPA R.R.P. Lead Training, OSHA 10HR Class, Driver Safety, Hazard Communication, Respirator Training, Fit, and Physical Examination, Asbestos Awareness
Preferred Qualifications
Professional experience performing painting repairs and maintenance, including surface repair using putty, plaster, joint compound or other appropriate method; application of pre-mixed paints/stains using brushes, rollers, spray or other appropriate method; equipment cleaning and disposal.
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