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Job Offer: Painter:Lamar UniversityJob description:Painter
Posting DetailsPosition InformationPosting Number: 20112880 Position Title: Painter FTE: 1.0 Employment type: Staff Department: Associate VP Facilities Management Position Summary Information Job Summary/Basic Function: About this function: The Painter is an integral specialty within the Facilities Maintenance department. Under general supervision, these specialists apply coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect interior and exterior of building surfaces. They may be required to occasionally work in environments that are dusty, wet, noisy, or which may contain hazards. This position is considered as essential, and employees will sometimes be required to work as scheduled when University offices are closed due to emergency situations or natural disasters. These specialists work under the direct supervision of the Building Trades manager, in the Facilities Maintenance department. What You'll Do - Position Responsibilities » Responsible for painting the exterior and interior areas of campus facilities, fixtures and/or equipment. » Execute pre-painting activities, including cleaning, scraping, sanding, patching, caulking, and masking of adjacent surfaces prior to painting, papering, texturing, etc. as required. » Stain, seal and varnish wood surfaces. Fill nail holes, cracks and joints with putty, plaster or other fillers. » Comply with OSHA/MSDS guidelines with respect to the use of hazardous chemicals. » Perform graffiti removal from the interior and exterior of buildings as required. Install/repair drywall, or other interior finishes as necessary. » Tape, float, and texture surfaces as needed. Provide good housekeeping, cleaning up supplies and equipment at the completion of each project. » Applies protective coatings such as paint, primers, stains, and sealants to a variety of surfaces. » Installs forms/reinforcing material. Erects scaffolding/works from ladders and mobile platforms. » Operates connected power tools to include saws, drills, grinders, and other tools as required. » Performs other tasks as assigned. Key Competencies: Work includes expertise of protective coating principles. Solid expertise of commercial and/or construction painting techniques. The applicant should have a good working expertise of Microsoft Office and email applications. practice working with a Computerized Maintenance Management System is preferred. Employees are expected to lead by example, demonstrating the highest level of ethics. They are expected to work together to meet the needs of the department and university, by providing exemplary customer service to the staff, faculty and students. Physical Requirements: Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work. Some combination of climbing and balancing, to include climbing ladders, stooping, kneeling, crawling, working at heights and working in confined spaces. May involve the lifting of moderately heavy objects, up to 45 pounds. Requires a full range of physical motion to operate manual/electrically powered tools. Job Conditions: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, weather, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, machinery, vibrations, traffic hazards, or toxic agents. Who We Are: Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-located community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our skills is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve. advantages: » Health, dental & vision insurance » Life insurance » State of Texas Retirement plans » Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent. » Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance - Lamar University Minimum Appropriate qualifications: » Completion of a formal apprenticeship program or certification within the field of facilities painting or related field is preferred. » A high school diploma or GED is required. » At least (3) years of proven job-related practice is required. » A valid Texas driver's license is required. EEO Statement: Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran's Preference Statement: Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran candidates in conformity with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. Preferred Appropriate qualifications: Security Sensitive Statement: This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. income: $33,330-$43,329 Work Employment Type: Application Information Posting Date: 11/01/2024 Close Date: 02/01/2025 Open Until Filled: No Special Instructions: Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in conformity with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, candidates must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. candidates WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE. » Yes » No » * Do you have a High School diploma or GED? (Open Ended Question) » * Have you completed a formal apprenticeship program or certification within the field of facilities painting or related field? » No » Yes » * Do you have a valid Texas drivers license? » Yes » No » * Do you have at least 3 years of proven job-related practice? » No » Yes Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Resume » Cover Letter Optional Documents » Miscellaneous Skills:
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