Spray Technician

Norman, OK - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Required Attachments

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Required Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED or Trade School Certificate AND:

24 months experience as a brush painter or closely related experience.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Ability to perform precise and controlled spray applications.
Strong commitment to safety quality and project timelines.
Familiarity with or the ability to learn and perform a variety testing methods including mechanical and electrochemical techniques.
Strong attention to detail: Ensuring coatings and tests meet the requirements set by the project sponsor.
Safety awareness and equipment maintenance: Knowledge of safety protocols in a paint booth environment including personal protective equipment (PPE) as well as the ability to maintain spray equipment and the workspace.
Ability to manage time efficiently ensuring all tasks are completed on schedule.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions.
Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision

Certifications:

Valid Oklahoma drivers license in order to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days from hire date. Traveling is < 5% of the job.

Working Conditions:

Physical:
- Holding heavy equipment. Frequent and repeated bending stooping and kneeling. Working with arms extended above head. Frequent lifting and carrying loads in excess of 50 lbs. up or down stairs. Cleaning work areas. Climbing ladders. Repetitive wrist and arm movement. Ability to distinguish colors.
Environmental:
- Perform duties using scaffolds and ladders. Regular exposure to odors and exposure to safety hazards. May be designated as an essential position during emergency closures. May be required to remain on campus overnight during weather or other emergencies.

Departmental Preferences:

Prior experience in spray painting coating application or surface preparation preferred but not required (training provided).
Prior experience with a variety testing methods including mechanical and electrochemical techniques preferred but not required (training provided).
Prior experience with safety awareness and equipment maintenance preferred but not required (training provided).
Knowledge of safety protocols in a paint booth environment including personal protective equipment (PPE) as well as the ability to maintain spray equipment and the workspace preferred but not required (training provided).
Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively convey project progress.
Knowledge of Surface Preparation and Coating Techniques: Understanding the procedures for surface preparation and the ability to apply primers topcoats and final coatings in accordance with technical guidelines.
Basic mechanical and testing skills are a plus but a willingness to learn is essential.

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing view the policy visit You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our communitys unique talents perspectives and experiences. At OU we aspire to harness our innovation creativity and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

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The University of Oklahomas Gallogly College of Engineering is seeking a Spray Technician to join our team and assist with the preparation application and testing of experimental primers and coatings on test coupons. The technician will work primarily in a paint booth ensuring precise application of primers final coatings and topcoats according to manufacturer specifications. Additionally the technician will perform tests on the coupons using mechanical electrochemical and surface analysis methods. The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented to ensure that all project requirements as specified by the project sponsor are met. Self-motivation and the ability to work independently with little to no supervision are key qualities for this role. The incumbent will communicate effectively with faculty investigators the project manager and other staff to ensure timelines are met and all objectives achieved. Lastly the incumbent will perform various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Experience:

Required AttachmentsDocuments required for this position are listed under the Required Attachments section of this job listing. You will be required to upload and attach these documents in the application process.Important: ALL required documents must be attached to your job application or your docu...