Painter

Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $35.42 - $35.42 / hour Why Fraser Health?:
Fraser Health continues to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers, are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others?

Fraser Health is the second largest health system in Canada with over 45,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers, and is the largest of five regional health authorities in British Columbia, providing hospital and community-based health services to nearly 2 million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

Join us on an exciting project and make history. The **Royal Columbian Hospital Redevelopment** is a multi-year, multi-phase project to increase the hospital's capacity, beds and services.

RCH first opened in 1862, it is a vital referral centre and regional centre of excellence for trauma, critical care, cardiac care, maternity, neonatal intensive care and neurosurgery. When the full redevelopment is complete, the people of British Columbia will have increased access to cardiac, trauma, mental health, maternity and NICU services and beds.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a **Regular Full-time Painter **at **Royal Columbia Hospital **located in **New Westminster, British Columbia**

We are looking for applicants with;
- Certificate of Apprenticeship or Trades Qualification Certificate as a Journeyman Painter
and Decorator recognized by the Province of BC
- 2 years recent related experience
- Or equivalent combination of education, training & experience

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Detailed Overview: Under general supervision prepares, paints and re-decorates walls, woodwork, furniture and piping systems according to local and provincial codes and regulations. Responsibilities:

- Reviews work requests, and consults with user departments regarding specifications and other projects requirements, interprets blueprints, drawings and specifications in order to determine the materials and equipment required.
- Prepares paint and other finishes by mixing colours and/or paint ingredients.
- Selects and applies coatings such as paint, varnish and stains with a variety of tools such as brush, roller, spray, and gun.
- Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications**:Education and Experience**
Certificate of Apprenticeship or Trades Qualification Certificate as a journeyman Painter and Decorator recognized by the Province of BC.

Two years recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

**Skills and Abilities**
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Ability to read anad interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.