Trades 2 - Painter

University of British ColumbiaVancouver, BC
Onsite

About The Position

Positions in this classification perform skilled painting work in surface and paint preparation and the application of paint, stains, vinyl and paper wall coverings, epoxy coatings and other protection and decorative coatings to buildings, fixtures and furniture.

Requirements

  • Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
  • Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
  • A trades certification to journeyperson level as a Painter
  • Valid BC Drivers Licence
  • Minimum 5 years of related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

  • Requests and obtains material and equipment required for the work assigned.
  • Matches and mixes paint and stains and performs surface preparation, such as, scraping, power washing, sandblasting, minor caulking and plastering.
  • Utilizing brush, roller and standard and airless spray painting techniques applies paint, stain, vinyl and paper wall coverings, epoxy coatings and other protective and decorative coatings and coverings to the interior and exterior of building structures and fixtures, such as, railings, doors, windows, lamp posts, fire hydrants, machinery, signs, curbs, flashings, vehicles, fire escapes and furniture.
  • Makes estimates and produces inspection reports as required.
  • Performs emergency call-outs as required.
  • Ensures that the workplace is safe and follows safe work practices.
  • Periodically, positions in this classification may be assigned responsibility for providing training, monitoring and checking the work of one or more apprentices or labourers.
  • Performs minor glass repairs and may be called on to assist glazier.
  • Communicates with customers as required to ensure the efficient delivery of service.
  • Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.

Benefits

  • Annual Salary: $6,774.00 - $7,226.00 CAD Monthly
  • Opportunity for OT at double time
  • 1¼ vacation days per month worked prior to Dec 31 (First incomplete year)
  • 3 weeks vacation during the 2nd calendar year
  • 4 weeks vacation during the 5th calendar year
  • 5 weeks vacation during the 8th calendar year
  • Commencing with the 14th calendar year: 1 additional day per year to a max of 5 additional days
  • 6 weeks vacation during the 18th calendar year
  • 3 additional vacation days every year between Christmas and New Year
  • 9.4% of gross pensionable earnings (University Pension Contributions)
  • 12 credits of UBC undergraduate courses or approved non-credit courses (equivalent to 12 undergraduate credits) (Tuition Credit / Waiver)
  • Access to discounts and perks for UBC employees: UBC Perks for Faculty and Staff
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