State of Washington Abolished Job Specification

Definition

Perform semi-skilled painting work of graduated complexity in an on-the-job training program.

Typical Work

Perform various painting and related duties with special emphasis on those duties required to complete the specific on-the-job painter trades training program;

Obtain, prepare, and deliver materials to the job site and assist in assembly and installation;

Clean up and maintain shop areas, work sites, and storage areas;

Complete on-the-job and related academic painter trades training program requirements;

Perform related duties and functions as specified in approved trades training program;

May drive, load, and unload service vehicles;

Perform related duties as required.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of: standard practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment of painting trade; characteristics of paints, varnishes, stains, shellacs, lacquers, enamels and solvents; methods of preparing metal, wood, glass, plaster, cement and other surfaces; safety precautions.

Ability to: blend, harmonize and contrast colors; apply paints and other finishes by brush, roller or spray gun; work on scaffoldings and swing stages.

Legal Requirement(s)

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification.  It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.

Desirable Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED certificate

OR

Six months of experience as a maintenance aide or equivalent. 

May require a valid motor vehicle driver’s license.

Class Specification History

Class Specification History
New class adopted May 17, 1974.
Class revision; adopted June 22, 1987.
Revise class.  Revises class code (formerly 5408), general revision, revises definition; adopted
May 10, 2007, effective July 1, 2007.