City and County of San Francisco

Under direction, plans and directs the work of a crew of painters assigned to various projects and work locations; supervises and evaluates the work of painters; prepares job estimates and daily work assignments; estimates expenditures for materials and supplies; performs inspections of painters’ work; writes required reports; and performs related duties as required.

This is a first-level supervisory position that has responsibility for interpreting, overseeing and enforcing methods and procedures relative to painting on new construction, maintenance, and repair activities. This position is distinguished from the 7278 Painter Supervisor II in that the latter is a second-level supervisory position responsible for administrative and managerial duties.

Incumbents in this class supervise a crew of 7346 Painters.

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 9, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1.    Meets with Painter Supervisor II or facilities manager to plan and prioritize work according to established production targets.

2.    Directs daily work assignments of a paint crew.

3.    Prepares formal and informal job estimates for current and future projects.

4.    Prepares and maintains records of time worked and materials expended on projects.

5.    Orders materials and supplies.

6.    Enforces existing methods and procedures relative to construction, maintenance and repair activities.

7.    Inspects work of painters in the field or shop.

8.    Assists in the development and motivation of staff through training.

9.    Monitors and instructs staff regarding safety regulations and procedures.

10.    Meets with representatives of other City departments, outside organizations and the general public in connection with maintenance work.

11.    Uses a personal computer to write correspondence and keep records.

12.    Drives a vehicle to job sites, paint shops, and meetings at various locations.

13.    Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of:  
Painting principles, practices and techniques.

Safety codes and ordinances.

Departmental rules and policies.

Skills to use:
Tools and materials of the trade.

Ability to:  
Prepare estimates of materials and labor needed from site estimations.

Plan, organize, assign, and inspect the work of paint crews.

Motivate and train staff.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Promote and maintain good working relationships.

Use a computer.

Operate a motor vehicle.

Possess the physical agility necessary to perform site inspections.

These minimum qualifications are to be used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification.  Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.

Education:
Completion of a recognized painters’ apprenticeship program.

Experience:
Three (3) years of verifiable experience as a journey-level painter, performing work on interiors and exteriors of structures, industrial facilities or components, hospitals, street equipment, playground equipment, airfields streets and roads.

Substitution:
Additional qualifying experience can be substituted for the apprenticeship on a year-for-year basis.

Possession and maintenance of a valid Class C California’s Driver’s License.

PROMOTIVE LINES
To: 7278 Painter Supervisor II

From: 7346 Painter

ORIGINATION DATE:     07/01/77

AMENDED DATE:      04/06/00, 10/14/11

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.