26-160 Painter – Facilities Division

West Chester University•West Chester University, PA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. West Chester University of Pennsylvania’s Facilities Division invites applicants for the position of Painter. The shift for the position is Monday to Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. West Chester University, a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is a public, comprehensive institution committed to offering high-quality undergraduate education, selected post-baccalaureate and graduate programs, and a variety of educational and cultural resources for its students, alumni, and citizens of southeastern Pennsylvania. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good. WCU proudly offers a positive and purposeful work environment; comprehensive employee benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance along with many wellness programs; a commitment to work-life balance including generous paid vacation, paid sick time, military leave and paid time off for most major holidays; and a University mission to support employee personal and professional growth including a tuition waiver for self and family members, training and development, and advancement opportunities. In supporting the mission of West Chester University, the Facilities Division designs, constructs and maintains a dynamic, safe, and sustainable campus to continually advance its nationally benchmarked living and learning community.

Requirements

Successful completion of the Building Trades Trainee program (commonwealth title); OR Three years of experience in the painting trade; OR An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Valid Driver’s License Required
Knowledge of the methods, materials, hazards, safety precautions, and practices of the painting trade.
Knowledge of the care and use of tools essential to the painting trade.
Knowledge of the use and functionality of Microsoft Office Suite software.
Ability to measure and calculate square footage for estimating necessary materials.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Nice To Haves

Completion of Trade School
Experience of 3 +years for a painting contractor

Responsibilities

Apply water-based or oil-based paints, stains, varnishes, and other coloring materials to a variety of interior and exterior wood, masonry, metal, and other surfaces using brushes, rollers, and spray guns
Prepare surfaces to be painted by stripping paint and sanding surfaces using heat guns, sandpaper, sandblasters, scrapers, chemical paint solvents, or vacuum-type sanders
Perform minor repairs to surfaces to be painted using spackle, plaster, or other appropriate materials
Assemble and disassemble scaffolding; hauls and erects ladders; cleans brushes, rollers, spray guns, and work areas; and makes minor repairs to equipment
Remove the glazing compound, replace broken glass, and re-glaze windowpanes
Caulk window frames, door frames, and other areas
Apply wallpaper or vinyl covering
Function as a lead worker over helpers and other maintenance staff by assigning work, providing on-the-job training and assistance, and reviewing projects for adherence to specifications and standards
The ability to work from scissor lifts, bucket trucks and man lifts both interior and exterior. As well as working at heights from scaffolding and ladders
The ability to mix paints and match and blend colors and finishes with surrounding surfaces
The ability to lift and move objects weighing fifty pounds or less
Perform other duties as assigned