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Job Description
Job Title:
Painter
Kent Campus Kent OH
Salary:
$21.46 $22.41 6 month rate)
Basic Function:
Under general supervision performs a variety of skilled work in the preparation and painting of interior and exterior surfaces of buildings structures fixtures signs furniture and equipment. Reports to Paint Shop Crewleader Paint Shop Supervisor Structures Superintendent or other designated supervisor.
Additional Basic Function if applicable:
Examples of Duties:
Duties/essential functions may include but not be limited to the following:
Uses roller brush and spraying equipment to apply paint stain and varnish to ceilings equipment furniture exterior surfaces signs etc.; mixes and matches paints and applies wall coverings to walls.
Prepares working surfaces and areas; removes and ses paint; operates sandblasting or power washing equipment; plasters; fills cracks holes and joints with putty plaster compound or other filler; masks or moves furniture and equipment; places drop cloths on working area floor; rigs scaffolding; caulks and tools tubs showers windows and other interior or exterior surfaces; troubleshoots problems with existing finished surfaces and takes appropriate action.
Estimates and gathers necessary materials tools and equipment required to complete a job; monitors inventory levels and reports supply needs to supervisor.
Cleans and maintains equipment and work area; makes minor repairs to equipment.
Performs miscellaneous paint shop duties (e.g. stencils letters).
Drives vehicle to pick up and deliver personnel and materials.
May train and direct student employees or employees in a lower pay grade in proper procedures; may participate in training new employees.
Assists other nonskilled or skilled tradespersons as required.
Performs all other related duties as required.
Additional Examples of Duties if applicable:
Minimum Qualifications:
A minimum of three years skilled painting experience (or equivalent training or experience which provides comparable knowledge skills and abilities). Completion of vocational education program in painting or apprenticeship may be substituted for one year of experience.
License/Certification:
Knowledge Of:
Painting and preparation procedures; industry best practices *
Plaster wallpaper and drywall finishing procedures *
Painting equipment and tools including aerial lifts ladders scaffolding*
Appropriate safety practices *
Skill In:
Prepping and painting *
Use of painting tools and equipment (roller brush spraying equipment etc. *
Interpersonal and written communication to effectively interact with University personnel and public in person and over the telephone *
Ability To:
Identify problems and determine appropriate action *
Lift 100 pounds *
Perform mathematics associated with trade applications (e.g. multiplication adding fractions using formulas etc. *
Read (e.g. work orders labels) write (material requests) and accurately follow oral and written instructions *
Work in high places *
Communicate with University personnel and public (e.g. to explain procedures in work area) *
Operate computerized equipment
Work independently or with a team
Promote Customer Service*
Preferred Qualifications if applicable:
Assessments:
Asterisk * indicates knowledge skills abilities which require assessments
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
Exposed to dust dirt fumes chemicals heights variable temperature and weather conditions and potentially dangerous equipment (e.g. airless sprayer sandblaster); requires considerable physical exertion to include regular climbing of ladders and scaffolding extended periods of standing and assuming awkward positions frequent lifting of up to 75 pounds (e.g. scaffolding) and occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds (e.g. sand bags). May work varied hours and shifts to include evenings weekends and holidays. May be called to work in emergency situations. Requires on and offcampus travel.
Working Schedule:
Monday through Thursday 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.; however schedule may vary to meet departmental needs.
Additional Information:
Must pass a security check.
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Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences and are inclusive welcoming respectful and kind.
Kent State University is a SmokeFree TobaccoFree University effective July 1 2017. Smoking and tobacco is not permitted on any of Kent States campuses or other locations and properties that are owned operated or leased by Kent State both domestic and international. For additional details visit intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties job hours and responsibilities.
Employment Type
Full-Time
