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9737
PAINTER
Nature of Work
Under general supervision, performs, at the intermediate to
experienced journey level, painting, finishing and decorating
wood, metal and concrete surfaces of buildings, equipment,
machinery and furnishings, interior and exterior, at state
correctional, educational, recreational and health facilities and
other public buildings. Performs related work as required.
Examples of Work
Moves furniture and covers non-movable items such as shelves
and lab bench tops to protect them from splatters.
Cleans new and old surfaces for finishing by the use of
sandpaper, burners, scrapers, brushes, sanding machines,
dusters, washing compounds and finish removers; fills small
holes and cracks.
Mixes paints and allied products; matches colors, applies
undercoats and finish coats to furnishings, machinery,
equipment, exterior and interior surfaces of buildings
using brush, roller or spray gun.
Erects scaffolding needed to paint structures.
Creates and uses stencils; letters signs.
Cuts and installs glass; performs routine glazing operations.
Performs a limited amount of related carpentry, minor plumbing
and electrical tasks occasionally as well as other
maintenance work.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment used in
painting and finishing.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of
the trade.
Skill in preparing surfaces for finishes.
Skill in using brush, roller and spray gun in painting and
finishing.
Skill in preparing and applying varnishes, shellacs and paints
which have water, oil and latex bases.
Skill in mix paints and match colors.
Ability to keep simple records and prepare simple reports.
Ability to safely work with finishing products that produce
toxic or hazardous fumes.
Ability to safely work at various heights on ladders,
platforms and scaffolds.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
No formal education required.
Experience:
Two years of full-time or equivalent part-time
paid experience as a painter or self-employment in the
painting trade or as a skilled painter's helper.
Established: 9/19/90
Effective:
10/16/90