Engineering Painter Level 1

Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, 100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd, Acme, Michigan, United States of America

SUMMARY

The Resort Painters is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the visual appearance of the resort buildings, guest rooms, and facilities through skilled painting, finishing, and maintenance work on interior and exterior surfaces. This position involves applying paint, varnish, wallpaper, hanging or repairing drywall, tile, doors, carpet, furniture, or other surfaces. Resort Painters complete work orders and provide quick responses, follow through and excellent customer service to guests, residents, members, and departmental areas within the resort.

Painters report to and take directions from the engineering management team which includes Engineering Supervisors, Assistant Director of Engineering, and the Director of Engineering.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond to maintenance request in guest and meeting rooms
• Paint rooms, guest and service areas as needed; stain and touch up doors, frames and trim; designate freshly painted areas with signage
• Fill cracks, holes, or joints with calk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives
• Smooth surfaces, using sandpaper, scrapers, brushes, steel wool, or sanding machines
• Apply paint, stain, varnish, enamel, or other finishes to equipment or surfaces using brushes, spray guns, or rollers
• Remove fixtures such as pictures, door knobs, lamps, or electric switch covers prior to painting
• Respond to all work orders related to carpentry including repairing furniture, molding and doors, and building shelves and desks using Formica
• Plan projects and order supplies in advance to assure work is done in a timely manner and to obtain the best price
• Maintain adequate inventory and requisition supplies
• Be responsible for the condition of all assigned tools and equipment
• Respond to mobile radio requests using professional radio etiquette. Be responsible for the condition of personally assigned mobile radio
• Maintain open line of communication with supervisor by attending weekly meetings with engineering management
• Maintain superior working relations with internal and external customers while providing a memorable experience
• Ensure personal accountability for all work duties, assignments, and performance expectations
• Lead by example by displaying a readiness to respond positively to instruction and procedures
• Provide and receive feedback in a positive manner, earning respect from others by consistently displaying a positive attitude and behaviors
• Ensure work is completed in a safe manner, conscious of standard operating procedures, and use of personal protective equipment
• Adhere to uniform and personal appearance standards set forth by the Employee Handbook
• Exemplify and model GTRS Core Values
• Adhere to and ensure employee accountability for GTRS policies, procedures, and standards
• Comply with all workplace health and safety operating and reporting procedures including OSHA and MIOSHA
• All other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• 18 years of age and have a High School diploma or GED
• Valid Michigan driver’s license and insurable through GTRS insurance policy
• Experience working with computer work order systems and Microsoft operating systems
• 2 years previous experience residential/commercial painting
• Previous experience mixing paint, stain, and application; hanging, repairing, and finishing drywall and wallpaper is preferred

OTHER

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Provide and receive feedback in a positive manner, earning respect from others by consistently displaying a positive attitude and behaviors
• Team oriented with strong interpersonal skills, able to motivate others through work habits and set a good example
• Possess effective time management skills when completing assigned tasks
• Ability to identify complex problems, evaluate options, and implement solutions
• Possess excellent customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal; communicating…