Title:  Painter

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the repair and upkeep of the property including but not limited to barns, grandstand, office buildings, OTB parlor and grounds.

Under the direct supervision of a higher-level operation or maintenance employee, the employee performs a variety of tasks in the maintenance, repair or operation of various installations and facilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•              Reads work order or receives instructions from supervisor regarding painting.

•              Soothes surfaces and removes old paint from surfaces to prepare surfaces for painting.

•              Fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other filler. Removes fixtures such as pictures and electric switch covers from walls prior to painting.

•              Selects premixed paints, or mixes required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint that matches specified colors.

•              Spreads drop cloths over floors and room furnishings, and covers surfaces such as baseboards, door frames, and windows with masking tape and paper to protect surfaces

               during painting.

•              Paints surface with brushes, spray gun, or paint rollers. Applies paint with cloth, brush, sponge, or fingers to create special effects.  Simulates wood grain, marble, brick, or tile

               effects.

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

•              Washes surfaces prior to painting with mildew remover.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must be 21 years or older. Must be able to obtain a Racing License from Louisiana Racing Commission. Must have a valid driver's license. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent; prior experience in facilities preferred. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Ability to read, analyze and interpret common documentation. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from team members, regulatory agencies or members of the staff. Ability to write and present information to management in a reasonable manner. Ability to perform normal mathematical computations about the implementation of current duties. Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deal with several variables

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work involves lifting, walking, talking, hearing, bending, stooping, climbing.  Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.