Job Description

We are seeking a full-time Painter to perform interior and exterior painting and finishing work at residential and commercial properties located at various client sites. The position offers 32–40 hours per week and requires flexible availability based on project schedules. Regular travel to different worksites is required, and all duties must be completed on-site; remote work is not available.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Experience
7 months to less than 1 year

On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment
– Outdoors
– At heights
– Work setting
– Various locations

Responsibilities
– Prepare, clean and sand surfaces to be painted
– Repair cracks and holes
– Mix the paint to the desired colour and texture
– Measure, cut, and apply wallpaper and other fabric to walls
– Advise consumers on colours and the choice of wall coverings
– Erect scaffolding and swing stages and attach rigging
– Apply paint, wallpaper and other materials and finishes to interior and exterior surfaces
– Estimate costs and materials

Experience and specialization
– Conventional spray painting
– Roller painting
– Work with Moisture gauges
– Drywall taping/patching
– Sandblasters

Additional information
– Should be Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities
– Attention to detail
– Ability to distinguish between colours
– Bending, crouching, kneeling
– Weight handling of up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Required languages: English

Education level: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Required skills: Surface preparation (scraping, sanding, patching, caulking, priming). Brush, roller and spray painting techniques. Colour matching and paint mixing. Knowledge of paints, stains, varnishes and coatings. Drywall repair and finishing. Use of ladders, scaffolding and elevated work platforms. Masking, taping and protecting surrounding surfaces. Reading work orders and specifications. Measuring and estimating material requirements. Attention to detail and quality control. Time management and ability to meet deadlines. Workplace safety and WHMIS knowledge. Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy materials. Ability to work independently and in a team. Communication skills for interacting with supervisors and clients. Problem solving and troubleshooting surface defects. Equipment and tool maintenance.

Closest intersection: 3rd Street and 3rd Avenue