Painter

Position Information

Posting Details


Posting Number
046662

Position Title
Painter

Number of Vacancies
1

School/College/Division/Institutes/Centers
42 - Facilities Plan & Manage

Primary Department
H4241-Facilities Operations Zone 1

Working Conditions
Wayne State University requires all students, faculty and staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at:WSU Covid-19 Website

Essential Functions (Job Duties)
Prepare differing surfaces for painting and/or wallpapering by using methods such as sanding, scraping, washing, spackling and applying paint remover and/or sizing. Determine appropriate method based on surface to be worked on and job specification.

Mix paint by blending colors according to chart, specification or to match color currently on surface to be painted. Erect and use ladders, scaffolds, swinging stages, and other equipment to reach painting surfaces at any height and in any location on campus. May putty existing glass or cut and install new glass panes using appropriate methods.

Cover equipment and areas adjacent to surfaces to be finished with protective papers and/or tarpaulins. Remove and replace non-permanent fixtures from surfaces; assure permanent fixtures such as moldings, chalkboards, etc. are covered or otherwise protected from unwanted coverage.

Access and finish all types of surfaces such as walls, ceilings, trim, doors, furniture, machines and equipment which may be located at any height or angle. Cover a wide variety of materials such as wood, wall board, plaster, concrete and metal using brushes, rollers and sprayers; measure, cut and hang wallpaper using equipment such as brushes, knives, measuring devices; determine appropriate method and equipment to be used; apply finishing products which may have unpleasant and/or hazardous fumes; work with toxic chemicals and agents.

Clean and maintain supplies and equipment. Remove finishing agents from brushes, surfaces, equipment, etc.; dispose of excess materials and supplies properly; replace non-permanent fixtures after job is completed; uncover surfaces protected during work; assure job sight is neat, orderly and free from unwanted paint, supplies and/or equipment. Maintain safe working conditions at all times by using supplies and equipment properly and taking necessary precautions.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Unique Duties

Qualifications
Possession of an authorized journeyman's license as a painter.

Ability to transport, use and maintain the full range of painting and wallpapering supplies and equipment, including brushes, rollers, sprayers, knives, sanders, scaffolding, swingstages, ladders, varnish, paint remover, sizing. etc.

Ability to access surfaces at varying heights and angles for painting from ground level to several stories high.

Possession and maintenance of a valid Michigan vehicle operator's license and satisfactory driving record as determined by University policy.

Some experience preparing and finishing all types of surfaces.

Must obtain security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Testing Requirements
Not Applicable

Test Scheduling

Job Type
Full-Time

Job Category
Service, Maintenance and Supervisory/Management

Duration of Posting

Fiscal Year of Job Open Date
2022

Job Open Date
(When job is posted in the system)
08-03-2022

Job Close Date
(or until suitable candidate is found)
Until Suitable Candidate is Found

Is this position reposted?
No

Reposting Reason:
None (New Posting)

Application Information

Background Check Requirements
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting to work. If you are offered employment, the University will inform you if a background check is required.

Instructions for submitting your application:

Represented Position Message


Funding/Salary Information

Salary (Minimum)
(Non-Academic Only)

Salary (Hire Max)
(Non-Academic Only)

Salary (Maximum)
(Non-Academic Only)

Hourly Rate
(Non-Academic Only)
29.65

Salary Range
(Academic Only)

Is Position Bump Ineligible?
(Non-Academic, Represented positions only. Select 'No' for Academic. Select N/A if Non-represented.)
**NOTE: If 'Yes' is selected, then this is a Bump Ineligible Position (BIP). The person who bids or hires into this 100% grant funded position has no bumping rights upon grant expiration or in a reduction of force.
No