Painter

OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

ELIGIBILITY LISTS WILL BE GOOD FOR SIX (6) MONTHS

All new hires will be placed at the starting salary step of this classification ($7,110). Employees are eligible for a step increase on their anniversary date each year, up to the maximum step 5 of this salary range ($7,470).

Under general supervision, performs skilled work in preparation of surfaces and application of paints and some other finishes; performs related work as required.

• Uses and maintains electric, gas or hand equipment, including brush, roller, or spray guns in applying paint, varnish, shellac, enamel, lacquer, or other protective or decorative finishes to interior and exterior surfaces such as wood, metal, glass, plaster, stucco, wallboard, brick, and cement.
• Scrapes, sands, waterblasts, tapes, patches, plasters, fills, and in other ways prepares or repairs surfaces for painting or repainting.
• Applies primer and finish coats.
• Applies line stripes to parking lots and athletic courts; lays out stencils and paints logos and symbols on concrete and asphalt surfaces.
• Moves furniture and equipment to complete painting jobs.
• Erects, rigs, dismantles and/or moves ladders, scaffolding and platforms.
• Masks and covers objects to protect them from paint.
• Cleans brushes, tools, and other equipment; mixes paints to meet color needs.
• Disposes of used rags, solid waste from thinner, and empty containers in accordance with current government guidelines and district policies.
• Keeps records of time and materials; estimates labor and materials needed.
• Refinishes furniture and equipment.
• Operates boom lifts and scissor lifts.
• Drives to various district sites.

• May lead the work of others.

High school graduation or equivalent and any combination equivalent to one year of experience (equivalent to full‑time work) as a journey‑level painter. (Journey-level is typically acquired through a formal apprentice program or through four years of experience under a journey-level tradesperson whom provided training equivalent to that given in an apprentice program.) Part‑time experience will be considered and adjusted appropriately. Any other combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.

Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver License and remain insurable at the standard insurance market rate. Candidates must submit a recent (within the last 30 days) original DMV driving record by the oral rating exam.

• Methods, materials, and equipment used in the painting trade.
• Proper techniques for preparing and painting a variety of surfaces.
• Current related government guidelines, district policies, and safety practices.

• Apply paints and prepare surfaces by hand or power tools.
• Mix paints and match colors.
• Erect and work from high riggings and scaffolding.
• Climb and work standing, using arms and hands, for entire shift.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Read and write English at a level required for successful job performance.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Lead the work of others.
• Operate a boom lift and scissor lift.
• Keep accurate work records.
• Estimate labor and materials needed.

Applications will be accepted from the general public and district employees who possess the above qualifications. The district reserves the right to invite applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the requirements needed for the position to continue in the examination process. The examination may consist of an evaluation of training and experience, multiple choice, performance, and oral/technical exams. Persons needing reasonable accommodation must notify the Office of Personnel Services by the last day to file.

A qualifying score must be achieved on all portions of the examination in order to be placed on the open eligibility list. Outside and district candidates will be placed on one ranked list, with eligible permanent district employees receiving five seniority points which will be added to their final scores.

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