Cork Spray Applicator (Spray Painter) -

Cork Spray Applicator (Painter And Decorator)

Salary: $25 – $32 per hour

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Apply to this job by sending your resume and cover letter to
carlos@plci.ca

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a skilled spray painter to join our production team. As a spray painter, you will be responsible for the preparation, smoothing, and repairing work

To ensure success as a spray painter, you should have excellent hand-eye coordination, good knowledge of paint mixing techniques, and strong attention to detail. As a spray painter, you are expected to be responsible for spraying machines, products, and work areas with decorative or protective paint using a spray gun. You should be able to produce even, hard-wearing coatings that exactly match the colors and finishes requested.

Main duties:

Read specifications to determine quantities of materials required.
Prepare and clean surfaces using methods such as scraping, sanding, sandblasting, hydro-blasting and steam-cleaning; remove old wallpaper and loose paint; repair cracks and holes in walls; and sandpaper and apply sealer.
Mix and thin paint to obtain desired colour and texture.
Apply paint or other materials, such as stains, lacquer, enamel, oil, varnish, fibreglass, metal coating or fire retardant using brushes, rollers or spray equipment.
Measure, cut and apply wallpaper or fabric to walls.
Assemble and erect scaffolding and swing stages.
May advise customer on selection of colour schemes and choice of wall coverings.
May provide cost estimates to clients.
Meeting with clients and work managers to discuss design and color choices.
Removing rust and other loose materials using appropriate methods and perform a thorough power wash.
Filling cracks and nominal repairs to surfaces that need to be sprayed.
Applying masking tape and coverings over areas that are not being sprayed.
Selecting and mixing the required coating material.
Selecting and attaching the correct spray nozzle to create the desired spray pattern.
Spraying subject areas using industry techniques.
Cleaning spray cans, nozzles, and other spraying equipment after each spray job.
Inspecting and assessing spray coatings after the paint has dried.
Use a variety of hand tools, such as brushes, paint rollers, and sponges as well as hand power tools
Caulking, painting and other duties as required.
Responsible for shop and office upkeep.
Assisting with document control.

Employment requirements:

Completion of secondary school is usually required.
Completion of a three- to four-year apprenticeship program or over three years of work experience in the trade is usually required to be eligible for trade certification.
Red Seal endorsement is also available to qualified painters and decorators upon successful completion of the interprovincial Red Seal examination.

Additional information

Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.

Is this the right role for you?

You are able to perform manual labour and lift up to 25 kilograms.
Able to work outside on construction sites, or home renovation sites,
Strong attention to detail, basic math skills and knowledge of basic hand tools and automated machinery and proper use.
Having a valid boom lift operator license, Scissor lift ticket, and Working at Heights would be an asset,
Experience in drywall, subfloor, flooring, windows and doors, insulation, HVAC and general handiwork is considered an asset.

PLC is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status.