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Form of workWelcome to the City of Dallas!
The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.
We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.
What do we offer?
A competitive salary, five year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.
Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career.
Overview
The Painter is a skilled tradesman who performs a variety of painting techniques to maintain, preserve and visually enhance buildings, structures, and equipment.
Performs various painting assignments to enhance the overall appearance of the City of Dallas facilities, buildings, community areas, and equipment; participates in training and safety meetings, calculates and tracks orders and supplies, performs various other work involved in painting jobs.
Replaces and repairs paper, vinyl, plastic or other wall coverings to maintain appearance of the buildings; tapes, beds, and textures sheetrock walls to complete finish of dry wall construction; observes walls and structures, identifies holes and other painting needs, and ensures work is completed.
Water blasts and sand blasts walls or swimming pools to remove graffiti.
Paints building interiors and exteriors, pumps, valves, swimming pools, parking lots, or tennis courts to
preserve and restore appearance.Operates various hand brushes, rollers, and power-driven sprayers/rollers to perform necessary paint assignments; drives vehicle to and from job site to transport tools and equipment.
Sands, varnishes, and strips gym floors, parking lots, and tennis courts to restore surface.
Cleans work area after painting or repairs are completed; maintains paint supplies and materials to ensure adequate levels are available when needed.
Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Knowledge of tools and equipment used in the painting trade.
Knowledge of types of paint and finishes, color harmony, and color match.
Basic knowledge of mixing paint.
Skill in the proper use of hand/power tools and equipment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
2 years of painting in a construction environment.
Licenses and Certifications
Valid Texas Driver's License
Education
High School Diploma, GED
Other Requirements
- Two (2) years' experience involving brush or spray painting.
- Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
- Ability to plan work, order material, apply vinyl wall coverings, plaster, spray acoustic textures, finish dry wall construction and mix/match colors and tints.
- Some positions may require a valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver's License.
Working Conditions and Hazards
Subject to inclement weather
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel assigned to this classification and is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skill required. The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
Employment Type: Full-time
