Painter

The Client<br><br>A-Z Pro Painting Services Pty Ltd is a reputable professional painting services company located in Tasmania.<br><br>They now seek an experienced Painter to join their team to service Hobart TAS and surrounding suburbs.<br><br>The Role<br><br>This is a full time salary with an annual salary set at $80,000, depending on experience plus superannuation.<br><br>Responsibilities<br><br><br> * Apply paint, stain, varnish, enamel and other finishes to surfaces using spray guns, brushes or rollers.<br> * Apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal for finish coats.<br> * Calculate amounts of required materials and estimate costs, based on surface measurements and/or work orders.<br> * Cover surfaces with drop cloths or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting.<br> * Fill cracks, holes and joints with caulk, putty, plaster or other fillers using caulking guns or putty knives.<br> * Mix and match colours of paint, stain or varnish with oil and thinning and drying additives in order to obtain desired colours and consistencies.<br> * Clean surfaces by removing old paint and wallpaper.<br> * Polish final coats to specified finishes.<br> * Read work orders or receive instructions from supervisors or homeowners in order to determine work requirements.<br> * Spray or brush hot plastics or pitch onto surfaces.<br> * Use special finishing techniques such as sponging, ragging, layering or faux finishing.<br> * Waterproof buildings using water proofers and caulking.<br> * Maintain correct record and general recordkeeping.<br> * Follow established protection procedures.<br> * Clean up the job site after work and return equipment and tools.<br> * Maintain a clean work environment.<br> * Put up scaffolding or setting up ladders to perform tasks above ground level<br> * Wash surfaces prior to painting with mildew remover, using brush<br> * Apply wallpaper fabrics<br> * Estimating costs involved and negotiating prices<br> <br> <br><br>Requirements<br><br><br> * AQF Certificate III relevant qualifications in painting<br> * Relevant experience and skillset to perform aforementioned duties<br> * At least 18 months' experience in commercial and residential painting role in the painting industry in a professional and commercial setting<br> * At least 18 months' experience in high-performance and protective coatings<br> * At least 18 months' experience in a wide range of painting techniques, including faux finishes, marbling, graining, and fresco<br> * At least 18 months' experience in chemical stripping, abrasive blasting, and power washing techniques for surface preparation<br> * At least 18 months' experience using specialized materials such as waterproofing membranes, epoxy floor systems<br> * Construction induction card<br> * Good understanding of colour theory and various finish types<br> * Physical dexterity to climb ladders, carry heavy equipment and to stand for long periods of time<br> * Additional tickets, EWP and relevant licenses will be looked upon favourably