Painter

Job postingsPainterBack to search results Apply now Job no: 980819 Work type: Support Staff Pay Grade:08Major Administrative Unit / College:Infrastructure Planning And FacilitiesDepartment:Ipf Maint Serv Structural Area 40001041Sub Area:SSTU- Skilled TradesSalary:27.83Location: East Lansing Categories: Skilled Trades, Skilled Trades- SSTU, Full Time (90-100%), Union Position SummarySalary- $27.83 - $30.67 hourly- upon meeting the progression steps. MSU Benefits - Free comprehensive health care for you and your family as well as a 10% contribution toward your retirement; Generous sick, vacation, personal and holiday time. Not eligible to work a remote schedule. Are you a Painter who is tired of traveling job site to job site, not knowing where you’re going next or when you will be home? Join our team where you always commute to the same site, on a regular schedule, and get to go home by dinner most nights. Our team offers paid holidays and vacation among many other benefits, such as retirement matching and healthcare packages. The department provides uniforms, safety boots, access to state-of-the-art technology and tools, views of Spartan Stadium, and a safe, stable working environment where you never have to use outdoor portable restroom facilities again. IPF Building Services Structural Services invites applications for the position of painter and we need your help. The department is responsible for preparing and coating a wide variety of interior and exterior surfaces, fixtures, and furniture and perform related operations including complex painting activities. This position will assist in or perform any combination of repair, fabrication, installation, maintenance, service, alterations, and related duties normally associated with the painting/glazing trades; repairs surfaces for painting; develops, fabricates innovative methods, materials, and equipment to meet specialized needs; Mixes and blends paint and stains to meet criteria; selected and uses appropriate materials, tools, and methods in accordance with job requirements; applies patterns and stencils; finishes wood surfaces and furniture and other special effects; brushes, rolls or sprays paint onto interior or exterior surfaces including walls, ceilings, trim, machinery, and furniture; performs minor glazing operations; installs other types of coatings including wallpaper, fabrics, vinyls, and similar materials; applies various finishes including varnishes, shellacs, lacquers, stains, and enamels, by using a spray booth, conventional and/or airless spray equipment; performs graffiti removal on campus; erects and works from ladders, scaffolding, boom trucks, and similar devices; reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, sketches and job specifications; prepares recommendations, records and similar information for supervisory and management use; estimates time and materials to be used on the job; stocks, maintains, and may operate a University service vehicle; may staff a swing shift trouble truck and respond to a wide variety of service calls; serves as a resource authority to supporting skilled trades; leads, trains and oversees support staff; identifies health hazards associated within the working environment. Regular in-person attendance is required to meet business and customer needs.This position will engage in high performing, leading edge practices, valuing people, partners and stewardship. At IPF, we are committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive culture; engaging and hiring a diverse workforce.Minimum RequirementsCompletion of a high school education or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience;Successful completion of an applicable trade-specific Trades Helper program, or completion of an approved apprenticeship program, or an associate degree, or equivalent education/experience; Five years’ experience in the trade that includes three years of experience in commercial painting installation, maintenance and troubleshooting and demonstrated ability to independently perform the duties and responsibilities of the classification, or equivalent experience; Ability to differentiate between color hues; Expert knowledge of methods, materials, tools, equipment, occupational hazards, and safety precautions of the trade; Expert knowledge of applicable building codes, rules, and regulations (local, state, and federal); Possession of a valid vehicle operator's license; Must drive a university vehicle to perform the duties of this classification. Must furnish own hand tools; Frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds.Desired QualificationsExperience in commercial and industrial painting. Experience working with wallpapers, fabrics, and vinyls. Experience applying various finishes including shellacs, lacquers, stains, enamels an epoxies. Experience using a spray booth, conventional or airless spray equipment. Ability to interpret blueprints, diagrams, and job specifications; knowledge of basic personal computer terminology and operations and the ability to use e-mail and the internet.A creative and innovative lifelong learner with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population; able to problem solve within a collaborative team environment; ability to understand different perspectives while utilizing expert knowledge of the technical operations of the job.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.Required Application MaterialsRESUMEWork HoursMonday through Friday first shift- 8:00am - 4:30pm; also includes varied hours as assigned. Position may require after-hours, weekend and holiday work.Websitewww.ipf.msu.eduSummary of Physical DemandsCarrying tools and materials to and from job site. Carrying tools and materials to and from job site. Performs work from various types of equipment including scaffolding.Summary of Health RisksWear a respirator, does not include a paper dust mask, worn for comfort. Risks that have been identified by Environmental Health and Safety, such as exposure to lead, chemotherapy, PCB's, and asbestos. Please list: Lead PaintBidding Eligibility ends August 27, 2024 at 11:55 PMAdvertised: Aug 21, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time