Painter, limited appointment

About the role

The Painter performs journey-level work related to preparing and painting walls, ceilings, floors, woodwork, stucco and masonry for interior and exterior Auxiliary facilities. The Painter will install, finish and patch/repair drywall and stucco walls. Applies paints, stains, and other topcoats and finishes with rollers, brushes and sprayers. Responsible for following all safety procedures while performing tasks related to the painting trade; such as but not limited to preparation of areas prior to painting, mixing paints and applying paints to all types of surfaces. Maintains clear and accurate documentation of all operating data, inspections, testing and maintenance (corrective and/or preventative) performed. Updates equipment documentation, specifications and drawings, as needed. Reviews and updates all shop logs, both paper and electronic according to updates and changes. Responds to emergency situations to mitigate and/or resolve immediate paint concerns or safety issues. Reviews blueprints/drawings, and specifications for new construction and retrofit/renovation projects according to building code requirements. Responds to emergency situations during or after hours for the purposes of resolving immediate safety concerns. Performs all job duties in adherence with University and departmental safety guidelines. Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students.

Responsibilities

• Applies paints, stains, and other topcoats and finishes with rollers, brushes and sprayers.
• Maintains clear and accurate documentation of all operating data, inspections, testing and maintenance (corrective and/or preventative) performed.
• Updates equipment documentation, specifications and drawings, as needed.
• Reviews and updates all shop logs, both paper and electronic according to updates and changes.
• Responds to emergency situations to mitigate and/or resolve immediate paint concerns or safety issues.
• Reviews blueprints/drawings, and specifications for new construction and retrofit/renovation projects according to building code requirements.
• Responds to emergency situations during or after hours for the purposes of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Performs all job duties in adherence with University and departmental safety guidelines.
• Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students.

Requirements

• Experience 4 years of journey-level experience in the painting skilled trade related to maintenance repair and construction and/or completion of a certified apprenticeship program; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience in the proper and safe usage for paints, solvents, chemicals common to the painting skilled trade.
• Experience with colorants, paints, primers, solvents, patching compounds, sealers, lacquers, enamels, epoxies, and thinners.
• Experience operating shop equipment and power and hand tools common to the skilled trade, including but not limited to rollers, brushes, airless and conventional sprayers, hammers, screwdrivers, sanders, scrapers, grinders, wall texturing machines, pressure washers, etc.
• Experience in safe and proper procedures with removal/abatement of lead based paint.
• Experience and/or certification of training in fork lifts, lifts and/or boom truck operations.
• Experience and ability to prioritize work orders, routine work, emergency requests and ability to choose the proper materials or equipment to accomplish work in the most expeditious and safe manner.
• Experience working with a diverse student, staff, faculty and visitor population and ability to provide exemplary customer service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Completion of a certified apprenticeship program preferred.

Skills

• Proper and safe usage for paints, solvents, chemicals common to the painting skilled trade.
• Proper and safe work with colorants, paints, primers, solvents, patching compounds, sealers, lacquers, enamels, epoxies, and thinners.
• Skill in operating shop equipment and tools common to the skilled trade, including but not limited to rollers, brushes, airless and conventional sprayers, hammers, screwdrivers, sanders, scrapers, grinders, wall texturing machines, pressure washers, etc.
• Effective communication and understanding of safety regulations and hazards.
• Ability to estimate time, methods and materials needed from construction documents.
• Ability to read and understand documents such as complex technical procedures, work instructions, blue prints, plans, manuals, specifications, and diagrams.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public, and provide exceptional customer service.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to record information accurately as is necessary to perform the job responsibilities.
• Willingness and ability to work weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work occasional scheduled and unscheduled overtime, emergency call-back, and a flexible schedule as needed.

Benefits

UCR is committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off. Employees also have access to a wide range of wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and community engagement initiatives.

Pay

The full salary range for the Painter (Limited) is $40.64 - $45.74 per hour. However, the expected pay scale for this position is $40.64 per hour.

Schedule

Positions are projected to be approximately 3 months long and up to 496 hours. Hours will vary or rotate based on business and organizational needs.