Painter A - Jamaica Hospital : Job Details

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center a member of the Medisys Health Network is a 404 bed fully accredited community-based teaching hospital and Level I Trauma and Stroke Center. Our Plant Operations Department offers comprehensive services including a full range of building trades services which are responsible for routine maintenance and minor/major space alterations, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, grounds maintenance, locksmith, custodial, moving and setup services. We are currently seeking experienced Painter A candidate for immediate full-time day shift opportunity. RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction and supervision of the Lead Painter, the selected candidate will be responsible for the following duties: Selecting premixed paints and or preparing paint to match specified colors. Blending and mixing colors, pigment, oil, thinning, and drying substances. Applying compound and plaster to horizontal and vertical surfaces. Smoothing surfaces using sandpaper or other material/equipment. Filling holes, cracks, and joints with plaster, joint compound or other fillers. Maintaining, repairing, and applying finishes in hospital spaces. Painting door bucks, metal & wood frames. Removing debris from renovations/or construction areas. Utilizing basic carpentry tools, such as screw guns and sheetrock knives. Removing and installing basic wall and ceiling fixtures to prepare for painting or hanging wall coverings. Requirements High School diploma or equivalent. Must have clean NYS Driver's license. MUST HAVE 2 years experience in applying paint, stains, etc. in a commercial facility setting, maintenance, protection, preparation, and repair of interior and exterior surface as a painters helper or apprentice or- satisfactory experience as a maintenance worker for no less than one year in JHMC painters shop. Must be available to work different shifts including weekends and holidays as needed. SALARY: $29.42 hrly