Painter Department: Facilities Operations - Paint Shop - 41000M Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Special Note: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential functions per ADA. Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may not be applicable to all positions. License/Certification Required Essential Job Functions
Employee must be skilled in the following tasks:
- Knowledgeable with methods and materials for cabinet finishing
- Skilled in preparing and finishing cabinets for existing buildings and new renovations
- Skilled in preparing, priming, and painting of interior/exterior walls and building furnishings
- Graffiti removal including chemical solutions or mechanical equipment
- Skilled in mixing and matching various paints
- Knowledge and experience with industrial coatings
- Skilled with drywall preparation and finishing
- Ability to maintain or repair airless, HVLP, and conventional pneumatic spray systems Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
-Knowledge of preparation and finishing of cabinetry and painting of interior and exterior walls.
-Perform methods of painting and refinishing to all surfaces pertaining to campus facilities including wood, drywall, masonry, and metal surfaces.
-Knowledge and experience in industrial coating applications.
-Ability to operate all tools and machinery necessary for applied finishes and graffiti removal.
-Ability to communicate and interact well with other employees and departments.
-Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others and the campus community as a whole.
-Knowledge of OSHA regulations, state and local building codes, environmental agency requirements and life safety standards.
-Ability to operate university-owned vehicles with a valid driver's license. Preferred Qualifications
- 2 years of progressive experience in the preparation and finishing of cabinetry and painting of interior and exterior walls.
- Ability to communicate and interact well with other employees and departments.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with subordinates and the campus community as a whole.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations, state and local building codes, environmental agency requirements and life safety standards. Work Schedule/Hours: 6:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. or 7:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday. Due to the inaccessibility of some educational areas during normal working hours, work schedules may vary. Position is subject to call back on evenings and weekends should emergencies occur.Designated as MANDATORY, this position is expected to be available for work during university emergencies, closings, and adverse weather conditions.
Anticipated Hiring Range: $34,180 - $45,320
Closing Date: 6/2/2024 To apply, visit
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