Painter (New Westminster)

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 surfaces for painting by removing old paint and mending cracks, scraping, brushing, sanding and/or burning off existing surfaces and applying putty/plaster as required. Erects scaffolding as 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. Covers surfaces by cutting, pasting and applying materials such as wallpaper, fabric and /or vinyls. 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. About Fraser Health Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlakapamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 48,+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Healths hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally secure manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. Instagram | Facebook | Linked In | X | Indeed | Glassdoor IMPORTANT: Recruitment scam warning Please be on alert for recruitment scams. We are aware of several scams targeting individuals by falsely claiming to represent Fraser Health. Always take precautions when sharing personal details with unverified sources. Please note that we will never ask for money or payment, nor ask you to download or install an app at any point during our recruitment process. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2nfisi