Lead-Safe Renovation Specialist

Description

The Lead Safe Renovator is responsible for lead-safe renovation, repair and painting activities in residential properties which supports healthy home environments for clients.

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities for this role are:

• Properly preparing the work area and using poly sheeting to contain debris and protect occupants when disturbing painted surfaces.
• Properly preparing surfaces to be painted by wet-scraping or other lead-safe practices, as well as cleaning, filling holes and cracks with wood putty or caulk and sanding them until smooth.
• Removing and replacing building components including windows, interior doors, exterior doors, interior and exterior trim and casings, and other components as needed.
• Applying paint, stain, and other finishes to paint surfaces using paintbrushes or rollers.
• Caulking seams and joints as needed to provide a finished look.
• Removing and reinstalling fixtures (e.g., doorknobs, electric switch covers) as necessary.
• Following safeguards, rules, and regulations, including the EPA’s RRP rule.
• Using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to protect from workplace exposure to known hazards.
• Maintaining an inventory of supplies like paint brushes, rollers, and basic carpentry tools.

• High school diploma or GED
• Requires the ability and knowledge to safely set up and move extension ladders and step ladders.
• Experience patching walls and ceilings with drywall tape and the proper patching compound.
• Experience hanging new dry wall as well as the ability to cut dry wall to the proper size for wall and ceiling patches.
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Possess great attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to follow directions.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of working experience in painting or renovation industries.
• Basic carpentry skills required.
• Must have the following tools:
  Utility knife, mud pan and knives, cordless drill/driver, drill/driver bits, tape measure, hammer, flat bar, screw driver, “5-in-1” tool.