Painter, Sr.

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you

What you get to do:

• Perform all functions of general paint work for in-park painting services while ensuring a safe environment for guests and employees
• Utilize application methods, airless spray, conventional spray equipment, brush and roller applications
• Perform pressure washing; assemble, dismantle scaffolding
• Perform tasks assigned within time constraints implied by park operational guidelines; organize and plan daily workload without direct supervision
• Select proper materials for jobs
• Maintain cleanliness in the paint shop and storage areas
• Dependable performance in terms of attendance, acceptance of assignments, and strict adherence to all safety policies and requirements
• Direct painting team in shop supervisors absence and communicate with park leadership.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as required

What It Takes To Suceed:

• Have at least one year of onsite experience or equivalent experience in the painting field
• Have experience working with chemical and hazardous waste
• Ability to obtain a company driver's license including high reach and forklift licenses
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Be comfortable building and working on scaffolding up to 24ft
• Be able to pass a respirator fit test
• Have basic mathematical skills
• Be comfortable working at heights up to 385ft
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and push/pull up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Be able to climb and work off of ladders
• Have paint and body experience
• Have experience in fiberglass repairs, applying polyester bondo and refinishing
• Be familiar with Mach and Sata HVLP automotive spray guns
• Ability to work under and meet tight deadlines
• Be comfortable with exposure to noise and vibrations
• Be comfortable working around fumes/dust/odor
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and temperature extremes
• Ability to train on and properly use protective gear
• Available to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours; i.e. be able to work opening and closing shifts

What Else Is Important:

• Valid state driver's license preferred
• Base coat/clear coat and single stage preferred
• Experience in other maintenance fields preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

The perks of the position:

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Voluntary Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

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