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About the Role
The Painter Grade 1 is responsible for preparing and painting all Zoo assets, and maintenance of the physical plant. This position will assist and provide support in implementing the Strategic Plan.
Responsibilities
- Prepares various surfaces such as wood, metal, masonry, concrete, drywall and compositions for finishing or painting.
- Mixes colours or tints for paint or stains.
- Applies wall coverings.
- Performs some elevated work requiring use of ladders, scaffolding, zoom boom and elevated platforms.
- Operates power tools and specialized painting equipment.
- Performs special event set-up including animal shades, tents, banners etc.
- May perform lead hand duties in the absence of the Painter Gr.2.
- Performs all duties of this trade in compliance with municipal, provincial, or federal requirements and within standards set by the Toronto Zoo.
- Assists with and communicates details regarding contractor work on site as it pertains to the area.
- Responds to and communicates details regarding emergency situations while on site as it pertains to the area and Toronto Zoo policies.
- Follows all policies and branch instructions.
- Attends appropriate training courses as required.
Requirements
- Must have completed high school, OSSD, or equivalent.
- Must have a minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in the same or similar position.
- Must possess an active 404C (Commercial Painter) Journeyperson trade license valid in the province of Ontario.
- Knowledge of modern methods and technology of the painting trade.
- Thorough knowledge of current paint products and related materials.
- Ability to mix and match paints and stains.
- Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of airless spray equipment is an asset.
- Familiar with the use and maintenance of pressure washer, ladders, scaffolds and various safety and personal protection equipment.
- Ability to read architectural, mechanical and schematic drawings is an asset.
- Working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code is an asset.
- Must have Working at Heights, Fall Arrest and Elevated Work Platforms Certificates.
- Must be capable of meeting the physical requirements of the position, including the ability to perform standing, gripping, reaching, walking, sitting, climbing, stooping, crouching, kneeling, and twisting.
- Must be able to work in changing climatic conditions.
- Must ensure all applicable licenses and certificates remain valid and in good standing.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills.
- Strong communications skills.
- Working knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act and WHMIS legislation.
- Must possess an unrestricted Class G driver’s license valid in the Province of Ontario with a good driving record.
- Knowledgeable in the use of computerized programs and systems.
- Must be able to work weekends, shifts and holidays as scheduled.
- Must be able to deal with staff and public in a courteous and efficient manner.
- Capable of meeting the physical requirements of the position.
- The successful candidate may be required to provide a police reference check and/or driver’s abstract at their own expense.
- Candidates may be required to take a written and/or practical examination relevant to the position.
Skills
- Painting
- Surface preparation
- Colour mixing
- Wall covering application
- Ladder use
- Scaffolding use
- Zoom boom operation
- Elevated platform use
- Power tool operation
- Specialized painting equipment operation
- Special event set-up
- Trade compliance
- Contractor work communication
- Emergency situation response
- Policy adherence
- Training course attendance
- Modern painting methods and technology
- Paint product knowledge
- Related material knowledge
- Airless spray equipment operation and maintenance (asset)
- Pressure washer use and maintenance
- Safety equipment use
- Personal protection equipment use
- Architectural drawing interpretation (asset)
- Mechanical drawing interpretation (asset)
- Schematic drawing interpretation (asset)
- Ontario Building Code knowledge (asset)
- Working at Heights certification
- Fall Arrest certification
- Elevated Work Platforms certification
- Physical fitness
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act knowledge
- WHMIS legislation knowledge
- Class G driver's license
- Computerized programs and systems use
- Weekend work
- Shift work
- Holiday work
- Customer service
Location
- Toronto
Work Type
- Full Time
- Permanent
- 40 hours per week
Experience Level
- Minimum of 5 years’ proven experience
Education Level
- High school diploma, OSSD, or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- Starting $33.02
- 520 hours $35.23
- 1040 hours $36.69
About the Company
- Dynamic organization committed to protecting wildlife.
- Prioritizes animal well-being in all operations.
- Shows respect for all wildlife.
- Blends science and traditional knowledge to protect species and their habitats.
- A welcoming place to visit, volunteer, and work.
- United by a shared commitment to conservation, connection, and reconciliation.
Equal Opportunity
- Values the importance of inclusive recruitment practices and strives to create a workplace that reflects and celebrates the rich diversity of our city.
- Requests accommodation for specific needs during the interview process.
- Respects the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Seeks to model these principles in all that we do.
- Committed to fostering an inclusive workforce where all employees feel respected, supported and valued.
- Strives to create an environment that represents the rich diversity of our guests and our community.
- Encourages applications from all qualified individuals who can contribute to enhancing our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Applications are especially encouraged from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous/Aboriginal people of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and women.