Personal
*First name: *Last name: *Address: *City: *State: *Zipcode:    *How long at this address? < 6 months 6-12 months 1-2 years 2 years+

*Home phone:	-  -
Cell phone:	-  -
Do you have transportation? Yes No

Do you have a driver's license?	Yes No

If Yes, driver's license number:

Email:

Work

Do you have any construction experience or other circumstance that may influence our hiring decision? Yes  No

If yes, please explain:

Health
Do you smoke? Yes No Date of birth:  (mm/dd/yy) Convicted of a crime? Yes No		Any health problems? Allergies? Physical disabilities? Yes   No.    If yes, please explain:

Education
	Name	Location	Graduated?	Subjects studied
High School			Yes No
College			Yes No
Trade School			Yes No

Former Employers
Dates worked	Name & Location of employer	Salary & Position

Personal References
Name	Years Known	Business	Phone

Pre-Employment Exam

For these following questions, please check True or False.
1.	The most common reason for paint failure is moisture	True False
2.	Green is a primary color	True False
3.	"Cutting in" is generally done with a roller	True False
4.	.7 mil polyfilm is thicker than 4 mil	True False
5.	HVLP (high volume low pressure) sprayer puts out more material than an airless sprayer	True False
6.	Stain is generally thinner than latex primer	True False
7.	250 grit sandpaper is rougher than 120 grit sandpaper	True False
8.	OSHA is a government agency that monitors jobsite safety	True False
9.	ASID is an association for architects	True False
10.	AIA is an association for interior designers	True False
11.	Penetrol is used to thin latex paints	True False
12.	Purdy is a name brand for caulk	True False
13.	Paint thinner is the same as mineral spirits	True False
14.	Enamel paint is only available in alkyd	True False
15.	Most Elastomerics are water based	True False
16.	China bristle brushes are available in white and black	True False
17.	Bathrooms & kitchens are best painted in enamel	True False
18.	Latex paint shrinks as it dries	True False
19.	A "five in one" or "five-way" tool is used to apply paint	True False
20.	Latex paints can be cleaned up with water	True False
21.	Semi-gloss paint has more sheen than flat paint	True False
22.	Ladder jacks are for hanging paint buckets	True False
23.	Latex caulk is water-soluble	True False
24.	Handmaskers are only manufactured by 3M	True False
25.	Flashing occurs when spackle is not primed	True False
26.	Painting should be done from bottom to top	True False
27.	Overspray never travels farther than 50 feet	True False
28.	Aluminum siding can be painted	True False

Pre-Employment Exam

Check the most appropriate answer for these multiple choice questions.
1.	Rotten Stone is primarily used for: Sharpening airless sprayer tips for extended life Mixing with heavy grade spackle compound Mixing with light grade spackle compound Polishing between lacquer coats
2.	What is a natural bristle brush normally used for: Oil-based paints Latex paints Removing fine dust before painting Oil-based paints and latex paints
3.	What is the advantage of using "free-cut" sandpaper: It is less expensive than normal sandpaper It "clogs up" less than normal sandpaper It is available in precut sizes It is rain/water resistant
4.	How many quarts in a US gallon: eight sixteen two four
5.	Graco is known most for making: paint paint clothes paint spray equipment paint brushes
6.	Mold, Mildew, etc. is generally removed with: sandpaper bleach & detergent a wirebrush paint thinner
7.	The primary advantage of "blue tape" is: less expensive than white tape availbale in more sizes than green tape does not stick to a surface when peeled off stops lacquer bleed
8.	The most effective rust inhibitor is: Expxy Resin Acrylic underbody Zinc chromate Zylene
9.	Shellac is thinned with: mineral spirits zylol water alcohol
10.	A definition for mullion is: a component of a sash window a specialty solvent a scraping tool a special kind of paint failure
11.	One gallon of paint generally covers how many square feet: 75 175 300 600
12.	The thickness of a coat of paint is measured in: liters microns mils milimeters
13.	Lead in new paint is: a major solid in most paints primary solids content only in oil paints illegal, not manufactured in paints since the early 70's illegal in all states except California
14.	Boxing refers to: separting paint bucklets according to color in specially marked boxes masking around a window or door frame mixing paints by pouring from one container to another mixing paint in a "five gallon paint box"
15.	Which of these companies is the largest manufacturer of paint nationally: Kelly-Moore Sherwin Williams Rodda Pittsburgh
16.	Which two of these brands are considered premium quality: Dutch Boy Pratt & Lambert Smith & Hawken Parker Benjamin Moore Dutch Boy Gold Behr Rodda Kelly-Moore Ping
17.	Which procedure is most correct for painting a standard exterior house: pressure wash, caulk, scrape, sand, fill, paint, prime scrape, pressure wash, sand, caulk, fill, prime, paint pressure wash, scrape, sand, fill, caulk, prime, paint pressure wash, fill, scrape, caulk, sand, prime, paint pressure wash, fill, scrape, sand, caulk, prime, paint pressure wash, scrape, caulk, sand, fill, prime, paint
18.	If a room with no cove molding measures 10 by 60 feet, what is the square footage of the ceiling: 60 600 610 6000 none of the above

Pre-Employment Exam

General knowledge questions
19.	Abe Lincoln was affiliated with which political party: Democrat Republican Independent Labour
20.	Frank Lloyd Wright was best known for his: Painting Science Architecture Literature
21.	This drawing can be best described as: Two parallel lines Two perpendicular lines Two obtuse lines X Y
22.	Who holds the Major League Record for most career home runs? Ty Cobb Jackie Robinson Mickey Mantle Babe Ruth Hank Aaron
23.	Who painted the Sistine Chapel? Rembrandt Picasso Michelangelo Raphael

Pre-Employment Questionnaires

1.	While on the job, do you prefer: being in charge. someone else to direct me. no preference.
2.	How would you describe your arrival to your previous jobs: always fifteen minutes early. usually early. sometimes late.
3.	What is your preferred learning style: to be taught and then left alone. to be taught and then checked on. teaching myself.
4.	I prefer to work alone. on a small team. on a big team.
5.	I would describe myself as: detail oriented. average regarding details. bad with details.
6.	How much would you need to be paid to do a job you didn't like: $18-$20. $21-$24. $25+. no price

Employee Expectations

Employees are expected to arrive to work on time and prepared to work. Prepared as defined by but not limited to: properly dressed and groomed, properly equipped, physically and mentally alert to conduct work safely, properly, and efficiently. Employees are expected show respect for others and their property. "Others" includes but is not limited to co-workers, suppliers, customers, and the neighbors of our customers. Examples of "showing respect" are: asking before using others' equipment or property and not entering customer's home unless permission is granted first. Employees are expected to work overtime hours especially during the late summer early fall months. Employees are expected to report theft of customer, co-worker, or company property to the field manager. Employees are expected to care for company equipment. Employees are expected to focus on work during work hours. Employees are expected to find out from their supervising manager to the location and tasks for the next day in advance. Employees are expected to ask for time off at least two weeks in advance. Employees are expected to complete paperwork properly and within time requirements. This includes but is not limited to timesheets, tax paperwork, and company surveys. Employees are expected to provide their own painter whites, small hand tools, and finish brushes. Employees are expected to keep personal problems private and not bring them to the jobsite. Employees are expected to work in accordance with all local, state, and ferderal laws. Employees are expected to follow safety regulations as provided by OSHA and SHEARER PAINTING. Employees are expected to report any unsafe working conditions.    Check here to indicate that you understand the above expectations

Policy and Procedures

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.	How often do I get paid?
A.	Every other Monday
Q.	Do you offer medical insurance?
A.	Yes. After 6 months of full-time employment, you are eligible for medical benefits. Shearer Painting will cover 50% of the premium, which is currently about $71 per month; your cost per month is about $71. After one year of full time employment, Shearer Painting will pay 70% of the premium. See your supervisor for plan specifics.
Q.	Do you offer paid vacation?
A.	Yes. Emloyees who work 400 hours per quarter earn one day of vacation. Employees who work 1600 hours per year earn one week. See next page for specifics.
Q.	Do you offer draws against time already worked?
A.	Generally, no. However, under rare circumstances, exceptions may be made. See your supervisor to request a draw.
Q.	How do I fill out my time card and what are the procedures for getting paid?
A.	A sample time card is showning on the next page. Follow that sample. If you have any other questions ask your supervisor.
Q.	When are breaks and lunch?
A.	You are entitled to one break at 10:10am for 15 minutes and another break at 3:00pm for 15 minutes, paid. Lunch is from 12:00pm until 12:30pm, and is not paid.
Q.	How do I request time off?
A.	To request time off see your supervisor.
Q.	How often do I need to be at work on time?
A.	Every day.
Q.	What hours will be requested to work?
A.	Employment with Shearer Painting is voluntary. However, we expect employees to work any hour required to meet contractual obligations to our customers. This may include weekends, evenings, and shifts lasting longer than eight (8) hours.
Q.	What equipments am I required to purchase?
A.	Painters are required to provide painter paints/coveralls, and a grip containg brushes, 5-in-1 tools, calking gun, putty knives, scraper, and other small hand tools. Helpers are only required to have painter paints/coveralls. All other equipments provided by Shearer Painting.
Q.	If I'm terminated or resign, when can I expect my final paycheck?
A.	After filling out your time card and all equipments are checked in, you will be paid within three (3) business days.
Q.	Does Shearer Painting pay overtime?
A.	Overtime is paid at a rate of 1 1/2 times the regular rate of pay after working 40 hours per week. The work week begins at 12:01am each Monday. No overtime will be paid unless approved by your supervisor.
Check here to indicate that you understand the above policy and procedures

Sample Time Card

Sample of completed weekly company time card
Time card front		Time card back

Vacation Policy

1.	Program starts April 1, 2000.
2.	Earn one day vacation when you work 400 hours or more during the quarter.
3.	Earn one week (five paid days) vacation when you work 1600 hours during the year.
4.	Vacation quarters begin April 1; July 1; October 1; January 1.
5.	Earned vacation time must be used within one year after it is earned.
6.	Employees are eligible to use vacation time after one year of employment.
7.	If an employee is terminated or resigns, any earned vacation is paid at a rate of eight (8) hours per days earned, at the employee's current wage.
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