Painters

SUMMARY

Responsible for mixing, matching, and applying paint to various surfaces, completing touchups, and coordinating large painting projects.

Apply paint to surfaces including walls, floors, ceilings, roofs, doors, and cabinets.
Mix, match, and apply paint, varnish, shellac, enamel, and other finishes.
Scrape, sandpaper, prime, or seal surfaces prior to painting.
Clean walls to ensure proper adherence.
Cover surfaces with cloth or plastic to ensure protection.
Calculate amounts of required materials and estimate costs.
Fill cracks, holes, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives.
Erect scaffolding, movable and immovable staging and various rigging to gain access to difficult areas; moves furniture and equipment as necessary.
Remove fixtures such as pictures, signs, doorknobs, and electric switch covers prior to painting.
Select and buy paint from vendors.
Purchase quality brushes.
Apply several coats according to paint directions.
Tape off areas when needed.
Apply touchups or second coats.
Remove paint splatters when finished.
Clean up all equipment, including brushes and spray guns.
Utilize spray guns for large jobs.
Work on ladders to reach high ceilings or walls.