General Labor/Florida State Fairgrounds

Florida State Fairgrounds needs 3-4 people to work 40-50 hours a week until the middle of December to help us complete various paint projects. The ideal candidate will work under general supervision to apply coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect exterior surfaces, trimmings, and fixtures of buildings and structures throughout the fairgrounds. Schedule may vary from week to week depending on show activity on the fairgrounds. The following duties apply: Erect scaffolding, movable and immovable staging and various rigging to gain access to difficult areas; moves furniture and equipment as necessary. Clean walls to ensure proper adherence. Cover surfaces with cloth or plastic to ensure protection. Tape off areas when needed. Scrape, sandpaper, prime, or seal surfaces prior to painting. Remove fixtures such as pictures, doorknobs, lamps, and electric switch covers prior to painting. Fill cracks, holes, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives. Apply paint to surfaces including canvas, walls, floors, doors, and cabinets. Mix, match, and apply paint, varnish, shellac, enamel, and other finishes. Apply touchups or second coats. Remove paint splatters when finished. Clean up all equipment, including brushes and spray guns.  Utilize spray guns for large jobs. Work on ladders to reach high ceilings or walls. Other duties as assigned. Contact: [email protected]