Maintenance Painter

POSITION PURPOSE

Responsible for property renovations including the installation and repair of drywall, metal studs, doors and frames, wall protection, painting and skim coating and other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Removes fixtures from surface areas prior to painting.

* Remove old finishes by stripping, sanding, wire brushing, burning, or using water and/or abrasive blasting.

* Prepare surfaces, using sandpaper, brushes, or steel wool

* Fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other filler, using caulking gun and putty knife.

* Apply paint, stain and other finishes to property walls, ceilings, and furniture using brushes, spray guns, or rollers.

* Selects premixed paints appropriate for surface area.

* Apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces for finish coats.

* Cover surfaces with appropriate material for protection during painting and post appropriate paint signs.

* Clean up and store paint and painting tools and equipment in appropriate areas.

* Coordinate with vendor in order to modify colors of paint, stain, or varnish.

* Erects scaffolding or sets up ladders to perform tasks above ground level.

* Install and repair covered wall and ceiling surfaces including, but not limited to, hanging vinyl paper, fabric and foil wall coverings

* Manage related supply inventory

Other:

Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position. Employees with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. In addition, attendance at all scheduled training sessions and meetings is required.

Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with Westin/Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa rules and regulations for the safe and effective operation of the hotel's facilities. Employees who violate hotel rules and regulations will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the manager based upon the particular requirements of the hotel:

* Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedure.

* Report maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries.

* Complete safety training and certifications.

* Ensure uniform and personal appearance is clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.

* Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests' service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation.

* Speak with others using clear and professional language.

* Support team to reach common goals.

* Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.

* Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities:

* Must be knowledgeable with construction containment and infection control measures, ladders, scaffolding, heights, power tools and equipment.

* Must be able to use tools, equipment, materials and chemicals safely and efficiently according to manufacturer's instructions/SDS requirements.

* Must have general mechanical, mathematical, and carpentry skills.

* Must be able to work around other departments' schedules, may need to report to work early and/or work late and/or work weekends.

* Must work well without supervision

* Must be able to complete take-offs in a timely and accurate manner.

* Must be detail oriented, excellent communicator and highly organized.

* Must be able to manage materials efficiently. Have materials on site on time, maintain and turn in receipts, and work with the project manager to ensure that the project stays on or under budget.

* Work with a sense of pride and professionalism in the office and on the job site with the client and the crews.

Physical Demands

* Most work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems; however, must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10F) and kitchens (+110F), possibly for one hour or more.

* Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 4 hours in length.

* Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space and to reach other locations of the hotel on a timely basis.

* Must be…