CONSTRUCTION PAINTER

Core Responsibilities

Surface Preparation:
Clean, scrape, sand, and patch cracks, holes, or dents using plaster, putty, or filler.

Masking & Protection:
Cover floors, trim, furniture, and fixtures with drop cloths, tarps, and masking tape.

Coating Application:
Apply primers, paints, stains, and waterproof sealants using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.

Color Mixing:
Mix and tint paints to match exact client specifications or color charts.

Site Safety:
Set up ladders and scaffolding, manage ventilation, and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). [1, 2]

Requirements & Qualifications

Experience:
Proven field experience or completion of an apprenticeship in painting and decorating.

Physical Fitness:
Good balance, manual dexterity, and the stamina to stand, bend, and work at heights.

Technical Skills:
Ability to read blueprints, measure spaces, calculate material costs, and handle power tools.

Safety Awareness:
Knowledge of site safety guidelines, hazard communication, and proper handling of chemical fumes