Painter

About the role

Applies paints, primers, stains and finishes to interior and exterior surfaces (walls, ceilings, staircases, equipment, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Prepare coating materials by tinting, toning, matching and blending to obtain desired color or consistency; mix in various additives such as retardants, hardeners, drying agents, etc.
• Prepare surfaces to accept finishes by patching holes, cracks and joints with caulk, putty, plaster or other filler; strips, scrapes, sands or power washes to remove old finish and clean surface.
• Strip, sand, seal and finish doors, furniture, woodwork, trim and flooring.
• Remove graffiti; remove, repair and install wall coverings.
• Perform stenciling and dado work.
• Erect scaffolding in safe manner according to site conditions.
• Perform other general building maintenance as assigned.
• May supervise hourly workers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED).
• 2 years of verifiable painting experience.
• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire.
• Certification to erect and disassemble scaffolding.

Skills

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Proficient communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents.
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints and/or schematics.
• Ability to understand and follow written instructions.
• Ability to determine the kinds of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
• Ability to operate and maintain power equipment of the trade such as: sand blaster, power washer, sprayer equipment (airless and conventional), bucket truck, and forklift.
• Ability to use ladders and hand tools of the trade such as; brushes, rollers, scrapers, caulking guns, putty knives, etc.
• Ability to safely use solvents, cleaners, abrasives and other materials that may pose health hazards to the user and others in the vicinity.
• Ability to calculate proper amounts of materials and equipment to complete projects.
• Knowledge of standard painting and finishing application procedures.
• Knowledge of lead abatement practices preferred (may be required for some positions).
• Ability to use a computer.
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds.

Physical requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations.
• Effective communication.
• Ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls.
• Ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position oneself in low level positions.
• Ability to detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases.
• Ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU.
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting.
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options.
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses.
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year.
• Generous paid time off plans.
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).