Bethesda Brings out the Best in Talented, Caring People!
Summary
Know rules of the shop and safe methods for handling materials and tools involved in completing assigned tasks. Follow all lockout, tag out procedures. Clean all areas of work at the end of shift. Keep public walkways clear at all times. Complete assigned task in a timely manner and with high quality. Notify department heads of any equipment down and expected length of such down times. Notify department heads of delays for parts to be ordered and notify them when job is complete. Record work assignment in daily log with details of work completed. Reorder supplies as needed for stock. Patch walls to like new condition, hang and tape drywall, and complete preparations of surface for painting or wall hanging. Match paint colors, work with oil or latex paint, and mix and use epoxy paints. Repair vinyl and wallpaper as required. Complete painting of any area assigned in a timely manner. Hang wall covering as required. Handle flammable liquids properly, store new mineral spirits in original drum, and keep any flammable thinning materials in flammable cabinet. Keep brushes, rollers, etc. clean and in good working condition at all times. If soaking of tools is required, use flammable safety can. Turn in worn old tools for replacements. May be assigned other duties as appropriate.
Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Valid Driver's License
- One to two years of on-the-job training in painting, plastering, taping, light carpentry and hanging wall coverings
- Ability to follow directions, as well as problem solve independently on the job
- Must possess a sense of responsibility, initiative, and honesty
- Must have good written and verbal communication skills
- Must have reliable transportation and willing to travel between locations
- Must be able to see colors
- Requires ability to coordinate multiple painting/renovation projects at the same time
- Extensive mobility required, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching
- Ability to lift up to 100lbs, push, pull and move supplies and equipment
- Work will be required in confined spaces for certain assignments
- Ability to concentrate on moderate detail with constant interruption required
- Must be able to understand and relate to specific ideas generally and remember tasks given to self and others over long periods of time
- Mechanical, electrical, and patient care setting
- Exposure to loud equipment noise, high voltage, moving part, hot steam lines, outdoor environment, sawdust, flammable liquids and chemicals kept in the department