Position: Painter
Division: Utilities and Environment
Department: Facilities Management
Term: 1 Permanent Full Time position available.
Closing Date: 10/22/2024
Labour Group: CUPE 59
Posting: 3598
Job Summary
Duties & Responsibilities
- Prepares, repairs and paints a wide variety of buildings, structures, fixtures, furniture, equipment, etc., by hand or mechanized equipment.
- Performs preventive maintenance of buildings, structures, etc., in accordance with predetermined maintenance schedules.
- Initiates and completes work order documents.
- Prepares material and labour cost estimates for painting projects and orders painting supplies.
- Monitors and inspects the work of painting staff and contractors.
- Transports material, equipment and staff to and from job sites.
- Supports and promotes a safe and positive workplace culture through a variety of initiatives and activities.
- Supports and promotes the health and safety of employees in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act & Regulations in addition to the City of Saskatoon’s Administrative Occupational Health & Safety Policies and departmental procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience
- Grade 12 education.
- Possession of a Saskatchewan Journeyperson Painter and Decorator Certificate or inter-provincial certificate.
- Three years' journeyperson experience.
- Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence.
- Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid first aid certificate.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
- Thorough knowledge of standard methods, materials, tools and equipment for painting preparation and painting.
- Knowledge of the safe operation and maintenance of equipment and tools.
- Ability to interpret blueprints, plans and specifications.
- Ability to plan and organize work.
- Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to deal effectively with the public and other civic employees.
- Physical ability to perform the assigned duties.
Additional Requirements
Shift work and weekend work may be involved.
Weekly Hours: 40
Salary Range: $32.14 to $35.44 CAD per hour (2023 rates)
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity
Accommodation
The City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email talentacquisition@saskatoon.ca.