Part-Time Painters

Part-Time Painters JobID: 2597

Position Type:

Maintenance/Custodial/Maintenance General

Date Posted:

8/1/2025

Location:

District Office

Date Available:

Immediately

Closing Date:

08/19/2024

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PART-TIME PAINTERS

DISTRICT

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY

THE POSITION

The Painter works under direction and applies paint and other coating materials to various surfaces from ground level and/or scaffolds, platforms, and ladders at various heights by using brushes, rollers, and spray guns, and follows accepted methods and uses proper materials and/or tools to prepare various surfaces for painting, and cares for and cleans standard painting tools.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

1.Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.

2.Have successfully completed an apprentice painting program approved by the United States.

3.Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, or three years of general painting.

4.Work involving job content comparable to such an approved apprentice painting program.

5.Have previous experience as a painter.

6.Hold and maintain a valid driver's license with no serious violations.

7.Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.

8.Exhibit a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.

9.Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.

10.Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

11.Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrant status.

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE

Part-Time PAINTER

MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS

• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have successfully completed an apprentice painting program approved by the United States.
• Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, or three years of general painting.
• Work involving job content comparable to such an approved apprentice painting program.
• Have previous experience as a painter.
• Hold and maintain a valid driver's license with no serious violations.
• Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
• Exhibit a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrant status.

REPORTS TO

Director of Facilities

JOB GOAL(S)

The Painter works under direction and applies paint and other coating materials to various surfaces from ground level and/or scaffolds, platforms, and ladders at various heights by using brushes, rollers, and spray guns, and follows accepted methods and uses proper materials and/or tools to prepare various surfaces for painting, and cares for and cleans standard painting tools.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Prepare surfaces utilizing various methods using sandpaper, wire brushes, or steel wool and remove loose and old paint from surfaces using paint remover, scrapers, or wire brushes so that the coating material will properly cover and adhere to the surface. 2. Fill nail holes, cracks, and joints with putty, spackle, or other fillers to make a suitable surface for the finish coat. 3. Use premixed paints or prepares paints to match specific colors by mixing required portions of tints and colorants to obtain proper colors, hues, and shades. 4. Thin, stir, and mix paint according to specific directions to obtain proper consistency. 5. Apply paint or other coating materials to various surfaces with brushes, rollers, and spray guns,

and observe that the paint finish meets surface protection requirements. 6. Apply various coating materials such as varnish, stain, shellac, lacquer, or enamel using brushes and/or other related tools, methods, and techniques to refinish cabinets, desks, chairs or doors, or to decorate and protect interior or exterior surface, trim, and fixtures of buildings and other structures. 7. Paint various surfaces including cramped and hard to reach places from ladders, scaffolds, and platforms at varied heights using brushes, rollers, or spray guns. 8. Erect various types of scaffolding such as prefabricated metal or aluminum. 9. Receive work orders from supervisory personnel through written or oral instruction outlining the work to be done and methods to be used to accomplish the job according to specifications. 10. Clean and care or various kinds of brushes, rollers, and other equipment using water, turpentine, paint thinner, or other cleaning materials to ensure that tools are kept in good condition. 11. Use computers and/or electronic equipment to fulfill job functions. 12. Serve as a role model for students and staff in demonstrating positive attitudes,

appropriate attire and grooming, and an effective work ethic. 13. Participate in appropriate in-service and workshop programs and attend any required meetings. 14. Display the highest ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel, and outside agencies associated with the school. 15. Adhere to New Jersey school law, State Board of Education rules and regulations, State and local health agency requirements, Board of Education policies and regulations, school regulations and procedures, and contractual obligations. 16. May be asked at time to perform other work duties as they relate to building and grounds maintenance: IE, weed whacking, furniture set ups and moves, general buildings maintenance. 16. Perform any duties and responsibilities that are within the scope of employment, as assigned by their supervisor, and not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.

Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:

1. Frequently lift up to fifty (50) pounds alone and one hundred (100) pounds with assistance.

2. Occasionally work from ladders or scaffolding at heights over ten (10) feet.

3. Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time.

4. Speak and hear.

5. Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.

6. Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.

7. Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, computers, and/or controls.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

The environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive.

1. Exposure to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses.

2. Occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditions.

3. Exposure to heated/air conditioned and ventilated facilities.

4. Exposure to a building in which a variety of chemical substances are used for cleaning,

instruction, and/or operation of equipment.

1. Function in a workplace that is usually moderately quiet but that can be noisy at times.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Work Year: 12 months part-time

Salary as per SOMEA Agreement