The Client
Clean Stroke Painting in Broadmeadows in VIC specialises in residential and commercial painting and are known for providing top-quality professional painting solutions. They now seek an experienced Painter to join their team.
The Role
This is a full time position with an annual salary ranging from $80,000 - $85,000 depending on experience plus superannuation.
Responsibilities
* Apply coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate as well as protect interior or exterior surfaces,
* Read blueprints/instructions and examining surfaces to determine the kind and amount of work necessary.
* Read work order or receive instructions from supervisor/homeowner regarding painting
* Smooth surfaces, using sandpaper, brushes, or steel wool and additionally remove old paint from surfaces, using paint remover, scraper, wire brush, or blowtorch to prepare surfaces for painting
* Ongoing painting maintenance of building interiors.
* Cleaning and preparing surfaces by removing old paint and wallpaper and fixing woodwork.
* Filling holes, crack smoothing, and sealing surfaces.
* Applying coats of paint, varnish, or stain enamel to decorate & protect other fillers.
* Selecting and preparing paints to required colours by mixing portions of pigment and oil thinning and drying additives.
* Cleaning equipment work areas and adherence to OHS.
* Make on-site preparations such as building scaffolding, covering fixtures etc
* Fill nail holes, cracks and joints with appropriate material caulk, putty, plaster
* Select premixed paints, or mixes required portions of pigment, oil for required colour
* Paint surfaces according to instructions with various tools like brushes, spray gun and paint rollers
* Thinning drying substances to prepare paint that matches specified colours
* Remove fixtures, like pictures, electric switchcovers, from walls prior to painting, using screwdriver
* Spread drop cloths over floors as well as room furnishings, and also cover surfaces, like baseboards, door frames and windows to protect surfaces during painting
* Create special effects like wood grain, marble, brick, or tile effects by applying paint with cloth, brush, sponge, or fingers to
* Put up scaffolding or setting up ladders to perform tasks above ground level
* Wash surfaces prior to painting with mildew remover, using brush
* Apply wallpaper fabrics
* Estimating costs involved and negotiating prices
Requirements
* AQF Certificate III relevant qualifications
* Relevant experience and skillset to perform aforementioned duties
* At least 2 years' experience in painting role in the painting and decorating industry
* At least 2 years' painting experience in a professional and commercial setting
* At least 2 years' experience in high-performance and protective coatings
* At least 2 years' experience in specialized materials suited for high-traffic environments: anti-graffiti, waterproofing membranes, epoxy floor systems
* At least 2 years' experience in chemical stripping, abrasive blasting, and power washing techniques for surface preparation
* Construction Induction Card
* Good understanding of colour theory and various finish types
* Physical dexterity to climb ladders, carry heavy equipment and to stand for long periods of time
* Additional tickets, EWP and relevant licenses will be looked upon favourably
* Open to working in a regional location
* Willing to travel to different job sites as required by project demands
* Must have a personal vehicle and a valid driver's license
* Have at least one contactable work referee
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