SUMMARY
The Full-Time Painter is a hands-on production position responsible for completing interior and exterior painting, surface preparation, touch-up work, and related facility upkeep throughout Bristol Motor Speedway and Bristol Dragway (BMS/BD).
The expectation is simple: paint consistently, work with urgency, produce high-quality results, and complete assigned work correctly the first time. This position should maintain a steady pace, move from one job to the next, and pitch in with other Operations teams whenever needed.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL PREFERENCES:
- Strong work ethic with a dependable, hands-on approach
- Painting experience with the ability to produce clean, professional-quality work
- Knowledge of surface preparation, primers, coatings, application methods, and proper cleanup
- Ability to use brushes, rollers, sprayers, pressure washers, ladders, lifts, and related equipment
- Attention to detail and pride in finished appearance and workmanship
- Ability to work independently, stay productive, and complete jobs without unnecessary delay
- Willingness to work outdoors, at heights, evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as needed
- Team-first attitude and willingness to support other Operations functions when needed
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Painting & Surface Preparation
- Perform interior and exterior painting throughout BMS/BD offices, suites, grandstands, support buildings, restrooms, railings, doors, curbs, and other facility surfaces
- Properly prepare surfaces through cleaning, scraping, sanding, patching, caulking, pressure washing, masking, priming, and other required methods
- Apply paint, stain, primers, and protective coatings using the appropriate application method
- Complete touch-up and repair work to maintain a clean, consistent, professional appearance throughout the facility
- Productivity & Workmanship
- Maintain a steady, productive work pace and use the workday efficiently
- Complete assigned painting projects from preparation through final cleanup and move promptly to the next priority
- Do the job correctly the first time, with proper coverage, clean lines, good preparation, and attention to detail
- Correct drips, overspray, missed areas, poor coverage, or other deficiencies promptly
- Tools, Materials & Work Areas
- Maintain painting tools, sprayers, ladders, lifts, and equipment in safe working condition
- Keep paint, coatings, supplies, and work areas organized and properly stored
- Protect surroundings, furnishings, equipment, landscaping, and guest areas while working
- Clean up areas at the end of each project or workday and properly store or dispose of materials
- Cross-Functional Operations Support
- Assist other Operations teams when needed, including facility cleanup, event setup and teardown, moving materials and equipment, and general facility work
- Assist with the installation and removal of Speedway in Lights displays and other projects
- Cross-function into other areas when painting priorities allow or business needs require
- Approach assignments with a safety-first, team-first, whatever-it-takes mindset
- Safety & Work Habits
- Follow BMS safety procedures for paints, coatings, solvents, sprayers, lifts, ladders, and personal protective equipment
- Use proper fall protection and safe work practices when working at elevated locations
- Report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or project concerns to the Paint Supervisor
- Represent BMS/BD professionally through reliable attendance, good work habits, and quality workmanship
NON-EVENT TIME HOURS
- Normal Business hours are 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM each day, Monday - Friday. Some weekends and evenings will be necessary based on business needs.
EVENT TIME HOURS
- Business hours during race time may increase up to 14 or more hours a day, Monday - Friday with weekend requirements. Event schedules and assigned responsibilities may require additional hours.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Travel to other Speedway Motorsports tracks may be necessary. It is not anticipated that this would exceed 10% of the time.
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