Painter

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1 month ago
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Full Time
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Malta
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€23.50K - €25.60K gross / year

Overview

The Painter is responsible for applying paint, varnish, or other finishes to surfaces such as walls, ceilings, and furniture to enhance their appearance and protect them from damage. They play a crucial role in construction, renovation, and maintenance projects, ensuring high-quality finishes and contributing to the aesthetic appeal of spaces.


Duties

Surface Preparation:
  • Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and priming to ensure proper adhesion and smooth finish.
  • Repair cracks, holes, or imperfections in surfaces using spackle, putty, or caulking as needed.
Paint Application:
  • Select and mix paint colors or finishes according to specifications, customer preferences, or design requirements.
  • Apply paint, varnish, or stain to surfaces using brushes, rollers, or sprayers, ensuring even coverage and consistent finish.
  • Create decorative finishes such as faux painting, texture painting, or stenciling to achieve desired effects or designs.
Quality Control and Inspection:
  • Inspect painted surfaces for flaws, drips, or inconsistencies, and make any necessary touch-ups or corrections.
  • Ensure that paint finishes meet quality standards, client expectations, and design specifications.
Safety and Compliance:
  • Adhere to safety protocols and regulations to prevent accidents, injuries, and exposure to harmful chemicals.
  • Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow established safety procedures during all phases of painting operations.
Cleanup and Maintenance:
  • Clean and maintain painting tools, equipment, and work areas to ensure proper functionality and appearance.
  • Dispose of paint waste and hazardous materials according to environmental regulations and company policies.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or certification in painting or a related field preferred.
  • Proven experience as a painter or similar role, with proficiency in various painting techniques, materials, and finishes.
  • Knowledge of paint types, color mixing, surface preparation, and application methods used in residential, commercial, or industrial settings.
  • Physical strength and stamina to perform manual labor, climb ladders, work in various positions and environments, and lift heavy objects.
  • Attention to detail, precision, and creativity to achieve high-quality finishes and meet client expectations.

The Painter position requires a skilled and experienced individual who can effectively prepare surfaces, apply paint finishes, and ensure the quality, durability, and aesthetic appeal of painted surfaces in construction, renovation, and maintenance projects.

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