Job Details

Apprentice Painter

The ACI Coatings Decker Branch is hiring for 1-2 Apprentice Painters to join the team! We are looking for individuals with a solid work ethic, who are ready to learn and be a integral part of the team. Some construction or painting experience is preferred but not required. On the job training is available. Good attendance is a must!

Essential Goals

• Develop Good Communication & Understanding of General Vocabulary
• Engage Daily in On-the-Job Training
• Basic Understanding of Communication Regarding Scope & Allotment
• Observe & Identify the Techniques to Become Productive & Efficient
• Observe Customer Service Style of Lead & Project Manager
• Basic Understanding of What to Watch for When Safety Inspections & Reporting
• Observe & Try to Duplicate Steps Toward Quality Control

Essential Duties

SAFETY

• Complete basic safety training certifications:
• Ladder, Respirator Fit Testing, CPR, BBP & First Aid, & PPE requirements.
• Learn deadline requirements for Safety Paperwork

ACI PRIDE & SERVICE

• Know & understand all character attributes, philosophies, & daily duties associated with being an Apprentice.

ACOUNTABILITY

• An Understanding of Quality Control Requirements & maintain good attendance.

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE & DAILY DELIVERABLES

• TOOLS: Have a very good understanding of brush, roller, masking, drop, caulking, filling, & grip & the ability to mask, fill, caulk, load a roller & roll in a straight line, & execute interior/exterior brushing & rolling.
• COATINGS: Know & understand all common vocabulary, paint labels, sheen difference & product failure basics.
• SPRAYERS: Have a good understanding of airless sprayers, tip types & sizes, & other accessories. Have a good understanding of pressure washers & related safety measures.

ACI QUALITY

• PREP: Expert in masking, fillers, caulking, woodwork prep & drywall prep. This is one of your main tasks & you should quickly become proficient. Good understanding of how to prep a sprayer & load coatings.
• JOB BREAKDOWN: Have a thorough understanding of the cleaning procedures & steps to break down a job sites, clean brushes & rollers & store for next day & use & clean out all equipment.
• APPLICATION: Know how to cut in, roll without flashing, roll with proper stipple, & have a basic skill level with interior spray technique, rolling technique, Int/Ext Stain technique & pressure washing.