Apprentice Painter

**Job Description**:
**Apprentice Painter**

**Competition Number**:24/221

**Posting Scope**:Internal / External

**Posted Date**:October 3, 2024

**Closing Date**:October 17, 2024, 4:30 PM PST

**Department**:Engineering & Public Works

**Posting Type**: Temporary - up to 4 years

**Work schedule**:Monday to Friday ( 40 hour work week)

Apprentices shall be paid at the following percentage of the fully qualified bargaining unit Painter position:

- 1st year - 70%
- 2nd year - 75%
- 3rd year - 80%
- 4th year - 90%.

Fully Qualified Painter Rate of Pay: $41.51 per hour, Pay Grade 11

**Employee Group**:This is a CUPE Local 50 position

**Number of Vacancies**:1

**POSITION FUNCTION**

**KEY DUTIES**
- Assisting in measuring areas and calculating materials needed for painting projects.
- Observing and gaining experience in coordinating work with subcontractors and other City departments.
- Supporting experienced painters in diagnosing paint and coating failures and necessary maintenance.
- Assisting in setting up work areas with proper traffic control, ventilation, and confined space entry when required.
- Participating in informing relevant parties, such as agencies, businesses, and residents, about project details.
- Contributing to the completion of records and reports related to safety, work orders, inspections, and more.
- Assisting in surface preparation, which may involve sanding, scraping, patching, pressure washing, and other methods.
- Operating vehicles and trailers for equipment and material transportation.
- Gaining experience with hand tools and power equipment, such as spray systems and scaffolds.
- Assisting in routine maintenance and cleaning of painting equipment.
- Learning to remove graffiti from City property as necessary.
- Contributing to related duties within your capabilities.

**INDEPENDENCE**
- Receive work assignments from journey-level Painters or supervisors through work orders or verbal instructions.
- Completed work will be overseen and evaluated by experienced professionals to ensure quality standards.
- Seek guidance from journey-level Painters or supervisors for aspects like adjusting work schedules or selecting appropriate colors.

**WORKING CONDITIONS**

**Physical Effort**:

- Work from ladders, scaffolding, and aerial work platforms. (often)
- Work in awkward positions with arms unsupported. (frequent)
- Perform repetitious tasks such as brushing, rolling, spraying, and blasting. (often)
- Lift and move heavy equipment and materials. (often)

**Mental Effort**:

- Short periods of mental concentration while detail painting. (occasional)

**Visual/Auditory Effort**:

- Short periods of visual concentration while detail painting. (occasional)

**Work Environment**:

- Painting Booth (frequent)
- Sand Blasting Booth (frequent)
- Work from heights. (often)
- Work outside in all weather conditions. (frequent)
- Work in an environment where protective measures must be taken to avoid exposure to hazardous materials. (continuous)

**KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES**
- Able to learn to organize and prioritize work tasks effectively.
- Develop communication skills for discussing job-related matters.
- Acquire the ability to read and interpret product and safety data sheets.
- Develop proficiency in operating and maintaining various hand and power tools and painting equipment.
- Gain experience in operating an articulating boom lift and aerial lift truck.
- Develop skills to maintain accurate records of tasks and activities.
- Establish effective working relationships with team members.
- Learn to communicate effectively with the public and outside agencies.
- Understand and practice safe work procedures while operating equipment and tools.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification**:

- Completion of high school education.
- Eligible for registration in a painter and decorator or related trades program.

Potential to obtain the necessary training and certifications as listed below:

- Certificate of Trades Qualification in Painter and Decorator.
- Eligibility to pursue a Class 5 B.C. Driver's Licence.

As you progress in your apprenticeship, you will work towards achieving these qualifications, which will contribute to your growth as an Apprentice Painter.

**Experience**:
An Apprentice Painter requires at least 6 months of basic knowledge and experience related to tasks and responsibilities similar to those outlined in the position. This may involve hands-on engagement through projects, formal training and work exposure.
- Basic understanding and exposure to painting tasks, techniques, and tools.
- Practical familiarity with utilizing hand tools and basic equipment.
- Some experience in working with different surfaces and materials.

This experience will provide a solid foundation for your growth as an Apprentice Painter.