[]CROSS is looking for a career minded, full-time employee (NO SUBCONTRACTORS) who is a painting craftsman with extensive skill and experience who prepares surfaces and paints residential homes and woodwork, including custom cabinetry. Performs assigned tasks safely, competently, and efficiently in a timely fashion. Attention to detail and quality, utmost important.

• Extensive knowledge of residential painting in the following areas:
• Visual Color Discrimination - The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness
• Specification Interpretation - Read job orders and evaluate materials to determine work procedure and coating materials required to achieve desired results
• Application of coatings - Such as paint, lacquer, enamel, glaze and other finishes using pens, brushes, and spray gun
• Select and mix ingredients - Prepare coating substances according to specifications using paddles or mechanical mixers
• Clean and prepare surfaces - Clean surfaces in preparation for coating, using cleaning fluids, solvents, scrapers, sandpapers or cloth. Conceal blemishes such as nicks and dents using fillers, putty or caulk

INTERPERSONAL AND COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS :

• Ability to clearly explain steps, provide clear directions, and answer questions about painting
• Adept at establishing relationships with all parties involved in the construction process that facilitate harmonious working relationships during project

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• 80% of time is spent working at job sites - 20% in the shop

• Driving to job site is required

• VALID DRIVER LICENSE IS REQUIRED

PHYSICAL:

• Finger dexterity/arm hand steadiness
• The ability to make precise coordinated movements of the fingers, hands and arms to grasp and manipulate brushes and tools to achieve desired visual coating effects at a high level of cosmetic acceptance
• Requires ability to climb ladders for heights of up to 40 feet, and crawl for distances of 20 feet
• Ability to lift and manipulate objects of up to 60 lbs for 50 feet is required
• Able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials

SAFETY:

• Must have a careful and safety conscious approach to work

PERSONAL TOOLS REQUIRED:

4 & 6 ft. ladders, Paint brushes, Paint Rollers, Cordless Drill, Drill Set, Extension Cords, Screwdriver Set, Air Hose, Airless Paint Sprayer, Air Compressor

COVID-19 precautions

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Social distancing guidelines in place

Salary Range:  $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

• Benefit Conditions: Only full-time employees eligible

Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Health insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, Paid time off, Parental leave, Professional development assistance, Referral program, Tuition reimbursement, Vision insurance