Painter

We are seeking skilled and experienced painters to join our team. The successful candidates will be responsible for delivering high quality painting work on arrange of residential or commercial projects

·        Type of employment: full-time permanent

·        Work region: Wellington

·        Pay Rate: from $28.00 to $35.00 per hour (based on skills and experience)

·        Work Hours: Minimum of 30 hours, maximum 60 hours per week

·        Flexibility to work on weekends if required

Job Duties:

·        Discussing plans with relevant clients

·        Read blueprints/instructions and examine surfaces to determine the kind and amount of work necessary

·        Make on-site preparations such as building scaffolding and ladders, covering fixtures etc.

·        Selecting the appropriate painting materials for different sites

·        Prepare walls and other surfaces for painting including cleaning, sanding and patching by removing old paint and wall paper, fixing holes and cracks, smoothing and sealing, etc.

·        Mix paint and other materials to prepare the right color or texture

·        Paint surfaces according to instructions with various tools

·        Apply various paint finishes, including brush, rollers, spray application to interior and exterior surfaces

·        Match paint samples for touch up

·        Hanging wallpaper when required, trimming edges

·        Tidying up and cleaning the tools, equipment and the work areas

·        Take and adhere to all health and safety precautions, including working at heights

·        Work effectively with other tradespeople on the construction site

·        Any other duties the employer reasonably may require employee to perform

Requirements:

·        Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience OR a Level 4 qualification in painting or related field

·        Strong understanding of surface preparation paint application method

·        Be Reliable and punctual

·        Be attention to details and being extra careful

·        Ability to work independently and as part of team

·        Ability to work in various conditions including heights

·        Be physically fit

·        Full time availability, may works on weekends

·        No criminal record

·        Candidates need to be NZ citizens/residents

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted