| A1 | Report to the supervisor for instructions | Ready, willing, and able to work at the site shop or shop; Tools and equipment clean, repaired, loaded and ready to use |
| A2 | Review safety regulations for the job | Thorough and complete understanding of all safety requirements; Proper use of safety around and on ladders; Proper set up of ladders; Use of a disc sanders; Proper use of power washers; Any violations of Company Safety Rules and Regulations will result in a $100 deduction from Gross Bonus. |
| A3 | 100% adherence to the Dress code | Proper work shoes; Clean whites; Company shirts; Hat must be worn with the bill facing forward at all times; The only exception is when a person is using a sprayer, and the hat must be worn with the bill facing in the rear for safety reasons |
| A4 | Be knowledgeable and able to perform each of the duties assigned | Continuous learning and improved capability to perform tasks and duties within the department |
| A5 | Observe all company rules and policies | Smooth and efficient operations of the department and cooperation with all directions of the management team; 5. Any tools not turned back in that were checked out will result in the cost for replacement of that tool or equipment deducted from the Gross Bonus; Days absent on job will result in a deduction equaling the percentage of the job based on the day missed X 2 from the Gross Bonus. |
| A6 | Receive instructions from the job supervisor | Listen to the supervisor for instructions as to what should be done first; Ask questions if you do not understand what is required; Ask questions if you have any concerns about your safety or the safety of the job site |
| A7 | Friendliness standards | Use the 5 Steps to Friendliness and Great Customer Service; Say hello; Say thank-you; Look them in the eye; Smile; Go the extra mile |
| A8 | When painting all equipment and furnishings should be in the center of the room | All furniture, lamps, rugs, equipment, and other furnishings protected from any dust, over-spray, drips, bangs and dents; Cover with visqueen and / or drop cloths; Discuss with customer before moving or lifting or touching any of the customer’s personal property |
| A9 | All outlet covers removed to protect from paint and for safety | Outlet cover/screws placed in a Ziploc bag; Masking tape over the outlet to protect from paint and for safety; Ziploc bags marked clearly “Do Not Discard” and put in a safe place out of the way |
| A10 | Power washing | Put machine on the level ground not on grass or uneven surface when adding gasoline. Gasoline spilled on grass will kill the grass; Connect water supply hose; Connect high pressure hoses; Attach wand; Turn on water at the spigot; Make sure the water is turned on before operating the machine; Before starting the machine, pull the trigger back into the set position; Pull the cord to start the machine; Adjust the choke and idle speed as appropriate; Select the proper tip; Power wash the house by squeezing the trigger; Always point the tip of the hose toward the house and not toward any person or into the air; Release the trigger to stop the power wash; Stay away from electrical outlets, windows, and doors; Be very aware that that the water runoff does not run into the storm drains but is being absorbed into the ground; Be sure there is a water burm or obstacle in place to prevent unwanted runoff |
| A11 | Start preparation | Nail holes filled to match texture; Gaps between substrates are caulked; Walls are free of pimples, nail “pops”, and foreign matter; All blemishes removed by appropriate scraping, spackling or sanding; Fill in nail holes; Caulking door stops and door casings |
| A12 | Surface preparation of trim and Mildew Resistant Paint | In bathrooms or areas of high humidity a product with a mildewcide should be used; We sell this to customers when we first meet with them; Again, contact the estimator and talk to the customer about the use of these products |
| A13 | Soffit and under hangs | Scrape loose paint – “tight is right”; Sand; Feather edge as appropriate; Palm sander; Disc grinder; Spot prime; Caulk by filling all open gaps; Smooth with finger; Remove excess with from finger with a damp rag |
| A14 | Use the appropriate fillers | Use the appropriate fillers used in this task; Wood fillers; Bondo; Epoxy; Be sure that you smooth the surface so that it is even with the surrounding substrate |
| A15 | Dry rot repair | Dig out all dead wood; Vacuum remaining debris so that there is no chips or dust left in the hole; Apply a bonder into the hole; Put in the finish filler; Smooth so that it is even with the surrounding substrate |
| A16 | Nail holes | Use glazing compound or painter’s putty to fill these holes; :Step 1: Take a small amount of putty and roll into a ball; Step 2: Push the putty into the nail hole; Step 3: Gently smooth putty until it protrudes slightly from the substrate; Be cautious not to push putty below the level of the substrate |
| A17 | Ladders | Be able to set up a 32′ extension ladder alone. Be able to work in high places; New ladders that come back with rope missing will result in a $250.00 deduction from the Gross Bonus |
| A18 | Repairing “Nail Pops” | Step 1: Use a hammer to set nail back into place; Make sure the area of the nail pop is set below the level of the finished surface; Step 2: Inspect drywall for movement; If drywall moves in the area of nail pop, secure with a screw into the stud; Screw head should be below the surface of the drywall without breaking the paper; Step 3: Skim repaired area with 20 minute patch or lightweight joint compound using a 6″ spackle blade; Step 4: After patching material has dried, inspect for “shrinkage”; If this has occurred repeat Step 3; Shrinkage is defined when joint compound dries, it may shrink below the surface of the substrate; Step 5: Once patching material is dry, sand patched area until it is smooth and/or flush to the surface; Clean up tools and apply WD-40 |
| A19 | Exterior Prep | Scrape windows; Dirtex and razor glass first; Inspect glazing; Remove bad glaze; Scrape loose paint from window sash and frame; Sand window sash and frame being careful not to scratch glass; Re-glaze windows; Work putty soft in hand; Prime new glazing; Spot prime bare wood or sash; Full prime frame and sill as needed; Oil – for over old paint; Latex – for new wood, to change colors, to stick to gloss; Avoid painting over grey wood |
| A20 | Repairing cracks in plaster or drywall | Step 1: Clean out loose material; Open up crack by running the edge of a putty knife along the crack; Also make sure there is no loose or old material above the surface to be repaired; Step 2: Apply fiberglass mesh tape over the crack; Use one length if possible; If not, overlap pieces of mesh tape; Step 3: Use a 3 1/2″ and 6″ drywall knife to apply 20 minute patch; Be sure to force patching material through the mesh tape and into the crack; Let material harden; Step 4: Repeat Step 3 using a larger spackle blade until mesh tape is covered and surface is free of large lumps or bumps; Each time you repeat Step 3, expand the area being patched parallel to the mesh tape; Step 5: Sand patched area smooth; Concentrate on the edges of the spackle; When sanding be cautious not to expose the mesh tape; Clean up tools and apply WD-40 |
| A21 | Repairing corners | Inside Corner: Follow the same procedures as described for repairing cracks; Apply patching material to one wall, using the perpendicular wall as a guide for the spackle blade; Allow this side to dry; Repeat for other wall using the same technique; Outside Corner: When spackling an outside corner that has a corner bead, start with a 3 1/2″ spackle blade; Work the patching material into the holes of the corner bead and use the corner as a guide; Repeat this process two more times, each time using successively larger spackling blades; Clean up tools and apply WD-40 |
| A22 | Caulking | There are 3 types of caulking we use; 1) Acrylic; 2)Acrylic urethane; Polyurethane; Check with the supervisor to be sure you are using the correct material for each substrate |
| A23 | Spackling | No globs or pits; Feathered edges in all spackled areas; Clean edges on posts, doorframes and handles; Neat and carefully done; Keep customer informed when spackling so they can adjust their schedule if necessary. |
| A24 | Blow out patches | These patches are used to repair open holes in drywall and plaster; Step 1: Clear out loose material in damaged area; Make sure there is no damaged material above the level of surface being repaired; Step 2: Apply a metal patch, of appropriate size, over damaged area OR Cut a piece of 1 x 3 wood and secure to the interior of the wall using drywall screws above and below the hole; Cut a piece of drywall to fit into damaged area; Use mesh tape to cover areas where the new piece of drywall meet existing drywall or plaster; Step 3: Apply 20 minute patch joint compound over metal patch; Be sure to force patching material through the mesh tape and into voids; Step 4: Repeat Step 3, expanding the area of the patch until mesh tape is covered and area is free of lumps or bumps; Step 5: Sand area smooth; Concentrate on edges being cautious not to expose mesh tape; Clean up tools and apply WD-40 |
| A25 | Quality sanding | Surface is smooth to the touch, without bumps, ridges, and lumps; with feathered edges; Smooth transitions; Surface imperfections will not show through the finish; Keep customer informed when sanding so they can make adjustments to their schedule if necessary; Use appropriate dust control with fans, vacuums, covers, visqueen drop clothes |
| A26 | Power Sanding | Skillful in the setup; Knowledgeable in selecting the correct abrasive; Skillful in using the power sanding machines; Understand the basic maintenance and trouble shooting of the electric powered sanders particularly the 5″ disc sander and the 5″ random orbit palm sanders; Understands where, when and how to use each tool; Knowledgeable in the selection, use and proper storage of power cords |
| A27 | Clapboard prep | Scrape loose paint – “tight is right”; Sand using proper grit; Feather edges; Palm sander; Disc sander; Hand sand; Full prime; Tint to match; Spot prime; Caulk by filling all vertical gaps; Ask foreman if underside of clapboard should be filled; Smooth with damp rag; Finish paint using exterior latex flat house paint or other paint as directed by supervisor |
| A28 | Prep and Prime Windows | Scrape loose paint – “tight is right”; Dirtex and razor window panes; Razor window panes; Razor old paint off glass; Report broken panes of glass; remove failing glazing; While razoring glass, run blade along glazing; Old and loose glazing will fall out; Sand using proper grit; Sand sash and muttons; Beware of scratching glass; Re-glaze where needed; First spot prime; Second full prime; Caulk by filling all open gaps; Use damp rag to smooth; Clean windows before final coat; Apply final coat with exterior latex semi-gloss or product as directed by your supervisor |
| A29 | Prep and Prime Doors – including garage doors | Scrape loose paint – “tight is right”; Sand using proper grit; Feather edges; Hand sand; Palm sand; Disc sand; First Full Prime; Second Spot prime (Oil vs. latex); Caulk by filling all open gaps; Smooth with damp rag; Paint door; Paint edges, butt edge (hinges) first backwiping edges; Determine which edge gets what color before beginning; Paint center panels next backwiping edges; Paint rails and stiles last; Paint door frame; Sand, caulk, and spot prime; Paint left side, topside, right side, and all returns. |
| A30 | Apply primers or finishes to the substrate according to PDCA standard | Apply using PDCA Standard P1-92: Touchup Painting and Damage Repair: 1.3 Definition of a Properly Painted Surface; Use the appropriate product for the appropriate substrate; Produce a “Properly painted surface which is uniform in appearance, color and sheen; When viewed from 5 feet or more under normal lighting conditions and from a normal viewing position; It is one that is free of foreign material; Lumps; Skins; Runs; Sags, Holidays; Misses; Strike-through, or; Insufficient coverage; It is a surface which is free of drips; Spatters; Spills or; Overspray”; Cut-in lines are sharp; Paint boxed and thoroughly mixed |
| A31 | Wallpaper Removing or Stripping | Step 1: Entering the Job Site; Carry in clean drop cloth for entrance protection; Greet customer using the 5 Steps to Friendliness and Great Customer Service; Hand the customer your business card; Identify work location(s; Coordinate what area(s) to complete first; Lay down clean drop cloth to protect entrance area; Red rosin paper may also be used to cover long hallways; Step 2: Set up and Substrate determination; “Box” room and cover all furniture with thin plastic; Tape thin plastic to baseboards; Spread out plastic to cover remaining exposed areas of the floor; Place water absorbing drop cloths over thick plastic; Insure that the edge is tight against the baseboards; Remove vents, switch plates, and receptacle covers; Cover plugs and switches tightly with blue tape; Cover thermostats and alarm keypads with plastic and blue tape; Remove wall lighting and other fixtures; Test peel a small area of wallpaper to determine substrate and stripping procedure; Step 3: Removing Wallpaper; If paper dry strips, remove everything that will easily pull off; If substrate is drywall, use caution not to damage facing; If paper does not dry strip, use a solution of wallpaper stripper and very warm water mixed as per manufacturer’s instructions in a pump sprayer to wet an area of wall; Wet wall evenly from top to bottom and along seams; Some water will run down the wall and be absorbed by the drop clothes, but this should only be a small amount; Any water that lands on the floor is not helping to strip the paper, but will make clean-up more difficult; Allow stripping solution to dwell on wall for several minutes, then apply more to the areas to be stripped; As paper begins to loosen, grab a corner and carefully peel off the paper from the wall; If backing remains, repeat same process to remove until it is complete; A stiff scraper knife can be used to help push the paper off the wall; A razor scraper can be used on plaster or other hard surfaces, but cannot be used on drywall; Step 4: Washing the wall; After the paper is removed, use clean warm water and a sponge to wash the wall; Stubborn glue can be cleaned with a Scotch Brite scrub pad; Use caution not to damage drywall facing; Remove plastic and tape from around switches and receptacles; Use a damp sponge to moisten the remaining paper and carefully remove; Wipe away any remaining glue; Step 5: Clean up; Make sure that drop clothes have absorbed all water that is on floor plastic; Pick drop clothes up and let all debris fall on to the floor plastic; Fold wet drop clothes; Place in plastic bag for removal from job site; Pull back plastic from baseboards; wipe remaining wall areas, trim, and edge of floors clean; Roll plastic up with debris inside and place in waterproof trash bag; Sweep and vacuum all areas; Clean any windows that have water or glue on them; Replace furniture and fixtures |
| A32 | Surface preparation of trim and Flat Finish | Flat finishes are to be used in most situations; Use on ceilings, kitchen ceilings, and walls; The advantages of using a flat finish are better touch-up, show fewer imperfections, and tend not to “flash”; A flat finish is washable but is not scrub able |
| A33 | Surface preparation of trim | Sand all surfaces; Sanding of trim is important even if the trim looks smooth; Sanding ensures proper adhesion of finish coat; Sanding between coats will help to provide a smooth, clean finished product |
| A34 | Surface preparation of trim and Oil semi-gloss | Oil should be used in most situations; An oil finish will produce a very smooth (minimal brush strokes), hard, and durable surface; Big trim is an area in which oil semi-gloss is preferred; An oil finish is recommended in areas such as deep windows, tall crown moldings, fire place mantles, etc; An old home where oil already exists is also where we would recommend the use of an oil semi-gloss product; Always check the contract or with the estimator for product specifications |
| A35 | Surface preparation of trim and White oil semi-gloss | All white oil semi-gloss will yellow over time; Some products will yellow faster than others; This is a conversation that you should have with all customers that choose a white oil semi-gloss; If they are looking for a bright white finish that will last, a latex semi-gloss product should be considered |
| A36 | Surface preparation of trim and Latex semi-gloss | Latex semi-gloss can be used on smaller trim pieces; Hollow core doors with a simulated wood grain are also an area in which latex semi-gloss can be used; If latex is to be used over an oil surface proper preparation and product selection is extremely important |
| A37 | Surface preparation of trim and Eggshell Finish | Eggshell finishes should be used in powder rooms and high traffic areas |
| A38 | Surface preparation of trim and New Products | All of our vendors have new products coming out all of the time; Keep informed about these products and use them when you feel it can produce a high quality finish; Talk to your supervisor and estimator when a new product is used; Make sure that it is acceptable to use and inform them of the results; Characteristics to look for in a new product; Coverage, hiding odor clean-up adhesion and overall performance |
| A39 | Deck Washing | Skillful in the setup of a power washer; Knowledgeable in how to properly use the equipment; Understands the basic maintenance and troubleshooting of the gas powered pressure washer system and components; Step 1: Determine the scope of the work; Check the contract for material specifications; Contact estimator with any questions; Determine the proper washing procedures; Simple power washing; Cleaning (FloodPro Deckswood); Stripping (FloodPro Stripper / Cleaner; Step2: Protect surrounding surfaces; Concrete; Landscaping; House; Furniture; If you are unable to move all furniture off deck, move to one side of the deck while washing the unobstructed side; Then repeat for the other half of the deck; Step 3: Power Washing; Away from the house; Spindles first from the outside; Then the inside; Deck last; Start closest to the house; Work away from house; Wash full boards as best as possible, using proper feathering techniques; Step 4: Final rinse of dirt and debris, House, Deck, and Surrounding areas; Stay away from electrical outlets, windows, and doors; Be very aware that that the water runoff does not run into the storm drains but is being absorbed into the ground; Be sure there is a water burm or obstacle in place to prevent unwanted runoff |
| A40 | Respirator used at the appropriate time | Personal safety is critical; Respirator must be used anytime hazardous solvents are present based on the MSDS sheets; NO EXCEPTIONS |
| A41 | Spray and maintenance repair | Thoroughly familiar with the proper maintenance requirements for a spray machine so that the machine remains in operations during the entire work day; Any spray equipment found to be improperly cleaned will result in a $50 deduction and/or cost of repair from the Gross Bonus. |
| A42 | Change filters on spray machine | After cleaning the spray machine, put proper solvent in the machine for storage; Proper solvent depends on the length of time that machine will be stored |
| A43 | Check filters daily on spray machine | Check daily for the quality of the filters in the spray machine; Clean if necessary; Use the appropriate filter or material being sprayed |
| A44 | Cleanliness on the job site | Items organized and in their proper space; Items not scattered about; Drop cloth underneath the job shop; Back wall covered in plastic to prevent accidental splashing; Clean up as we go; Buckets clearly labeled – thinner – clean – dirty thinner; Garbage thrown away at the end of the day; All lunch thrown away after each lunch hour or break; Food, paper, and garbage thrown away immediately after consumption; Put your lunch trash into your lunch pail and remove the lunch pail from the job site before returning to work; No food trash left on job site; Trash from work activity removed and thrown away continually; Supply scraps discarded into a plastic bag or other appropriate container; No unsightly mess; Only new, clean “New Wet Paint” signs posted; Signs thrown away after the first use; Paint brushes and frames reasonably free of paint |
| A45 | Repair spray machine | Able to do simple repair on spray machines such as “bang the ball”; If more extensive repair is required, please report to management as soon as possible |
| A46 | Find and correct mistakes caused by others | Thorough understanding of the use of the Operational Checklists; Able to review and inspect the work of others and correct and instruct others in the proper standards and techniques of the Company |
| A47 | Read and understand blueprints | Able to look at a set of plans and find the finish schedules; What finish in each room; Match the room finish with the appropriate room on the blueprint. |
| A48 | Tape and spackle new sheet rock | Taping the joint of sheet rock in 3 coats with no hump or valley visible or feel with the touch. |
| A49 | Have a knowledge of plaster and various spackling compounds | Apply the appropriate compounds in the correct situation; have knowledge of powder and premix plaster and joint compound and their appropriate use and application |
| A50 | Operating procedure for handling lifts such as scissors and booms | All equipment used safely with no accidents or injuries to yourself and others around you |
| A51 | Over sees other painters | The Foreman is the point man on the job; In charge of the site; Handles situations on the job; Various customer changes; Responsibility for safety on the entire site; efficient operations and accomplishments of the tasks assigned by management; Daily managing the customers properly, consistent with Company’s values and good customer service; Maintaining a clean and organized work site; Failure to turn in timesheets before you leave for the day will result in a $25 deduction per day from the Gross Bonus. NOTE: Foremen working out of town and staying in hotels, must fax before Brunswick shop opens the next morning. Suggest faxing at night; Failure to fill out timesheets properly (i.e. wrong hours, wrong or deleted or added names, insufficient job description information, insufficient material information) will result in a $20 deduction from the Gross Bonus. |
| A53 | Coverage of material using proper inventory management techniques | Able to judge correctly on site the current inventory, its coverage, and the amount of additional material or tools, and equipment necessary to continue on the next day and until the project is completed. |
| A54 | Able to lacquer cabinets, enamel doors, spray all finishes | Be aware of atmospheric conditions before spraying lacquer; Humidity causes the lacquer to blush; If too much humidity, do not proceed with lacquering; Always apply test sample of backside of inconspicuous door |
| A55 | Troubleshoot airless pump failures | Is there pressure to the line?; Are all screens clean and open?; Very lightly tap the pick-up tube with a hammer where the ball and seat meet to try to clear the tube |
| A56 | Do other assignments as directed by supervisor | Cooperation with all management directives; All work is accomplished as required in an efficient and safe manner to company specifications and standards |
| A56 | Company Vehicle | Failure to keep company vehicle clean and orderly inside and out will result in a $25 deduction from the Gross Bonus. Inspections will be done each Friday; Damage to equipment or trucks due to improper usage or maintenance will result in repair cost being deducted from the Gross Bonus; Anyone taking van keys home will result in a $25 deduction from the Gross Bonus. If the key is lost, the deduction will be the cost of having a new key made; A call-in concerning your driving will result in $150 deduction from the Gross Bonus. |
