Maintenance Mechanic Carpenter/ Painter

About the role

This is a highly customer service oriented position in which employees should strive to exceed customer expectations. Perform at a journeyman level to construct, repair, restore, and install structural woodwork, masonry, glass and related materials using hand and power tools in accordance with blueprints, specs, established practices and pertinent state and local code.

Responsibilities

• Estimate material costs and time required to complete project and inspect work.
• Install, repair and maintain drywall in all campus buildings/areas.
• Develop and maintain campus database of paint types and locations.
• Prepare surfaces/areas for painting; remove old paint, fill holes and wash walls.
• Fill cracks, holes, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers.
• Apply protective and decorative coats of paint, varnish, lacquer, and/or other related materials to interior and exterior surfaces of buildings, furniture, equipment, and other structures.
• Supervise summer paint crew.
• Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, shape or cut materials to specified measurements, assemble and fasten materials to make framework or props, build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, and other wooden fixtures used in buildings.
• Erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level.
• Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand and power tools.
• Install structures and fixtures, such as windows, frames, floorings, and trim, or hardware using carpenter’s hand and power tools.
• Select and order lumber and other required materials.
• Build, install and repair formica counter tops, bathroom partitions, furniture, carpet, windows, doors cabinets, shelving, bulletin boards, show cases, picture frames, etc.
• Repair and maintain room numbers and signage on campus.
• Learn new Maintenance Mechanic Carpenter/Painter techniques as required to remain up-to-date with current and new technologies/legal requirements as applicable.
• Live out and make decisions in line with the Clarkson University values in all daily activities.
• Operate and work in a safe manner at all times and ensure the highest level of housekeeping.
• Mentor and lead interns, apprentices and/or student workers.
• Willingness to take courses and/or training to meet trade specific and University standards.
• Complete Clarkson Vehicle Safety Checklist before vehicle use.
• Be responsible for care, cleanliness, and maintenance of assigned vehicle and report all vehicle concerns to appropriate supervisor immediately.
• Operate a Clarkson vehicle in accordance with University policy.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
• Deliver timely, friendly, and effective service to University faculty, staff and students.
• Encourage and promote teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimal Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred Qualifications: Associates degree in building trades, Journeyman card in related building trades.
• Experience: Four (4) years of journeyman equivalent experience as a carpenter or painter, Four (4) years of painting experience.

Skills

• Proficient mathematical skills.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse constituencies.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials, and application techniques common to the painting trade.
• Knowledge and skill in hazardous materials handling, application, and disposal.
• Ability to function under stressful conditions and/or high volume with short turnaround.

Benefits

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay

USD $18.23 - USD $18.23 /Hr.

Schedule

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.