Painter

University of Utah Health•Salt Lake City, UT

61d•Onsite

About The Position

Overview As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA Role Overview: This position paints the interiors and exteriors of buildings and refinishes furniture, equipment and fixtures by using journeyman-level skills. This position is not responsible for providing care to patients.

Requirements

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in painting, or four (4) years of professional painting experience , or the equivalency.
Depending upon department of hire, a valid, State of Utah Driver's License may be required.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of safety practices and procedures due to the exposure to certain hazardous conditions and situations such as explosive and flammable paints, thinners, and work on tall ladders or high scaffolding.

Responsibilities

Applies paint to building interiors and exteriors, and other wood, metal, and plaster surfaces, by using brushes, spray guns, rollers, and related painting equipment.
Refinishes furniture and office equipment such as cabinets, counters, tables, and desks using stain, filler, sealer, varnish, shellac, and paint.
Washes, scrapes, sands, putties, seals, spackles, primes, and undercoats surfaces before painting or refinishing.
Blends, mixes, and matches paint and stains by adding pigments and/or thinners to obtain the desired color and consistency.
Applies a variety of skills in erecting, rigging, and using scaffolding, ladders, trestles, planks, window jacks, and stages.
Performs a variety of tasks by decorating and stenciling interior rooms, installing and replacing window glass and mirrors, removing old finishes from woodwork and floors, hanging wallpaper and vinyl, and other related tasks.
May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Save 50% on Tuition (Tuition reduced for eligible employees attending the University of Utah)
Health Coverage
Dental Coverage
Life Insurance
Retirement
Paid Time Off
11 Paid Holidays per year
Supplied uniforms: Hats, jackets/vests & safety shoe (allowance of $150 every 2 years)
Supplies all tools & equipment
Supplies all safety gear
Work related training costs covered (budgetary item)
Turkey certificate for Thanksgiving holiday
Coin program for Outstanding Services Performed
Paid to be on-call and available, if assigned position requires it