Painter
- Employer
- Colby College
- Location
- Waterville, Maine, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Sep 18, 2024
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Facilities, Auxiliary Services
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Department:
Building Trades
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Employee Type:
Job Summary:Reporting to the building trades supervisor, the painter will properly prepare various kinds of surfaces (wood, metal, plaster, masonry, sheetrock, etc.) and apply a prime or finish coat of paint, lacquer, or other material. Preparation includes the filling of voids and holes by using spackle and tape, sanding, stripping, or using other methods that may be required to ensure an appropriate surface for application of paint or other materials. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Correctly prepare all areas including the removal of putty,
priming and puttying of windows or glazing, as required
- Remove dirt and dust and clean surfaces properly before
applying paint or finish
- Use good judgment and protect nearby surfaces from paint;
ventilate areas as required
- Properly apply paint, stains, and other finishes
- Work neatly and remove or protect items such as switch plates,
heater covers, piping, and other features which need special
attention to stay clean during the painting process
- Demonstrate care in cleanup operations after painting;
carefully remove any spotting and leave area completely clean
- Work in a positive, cooperative manner with other departmental
personnel and members of a diverse community
- Follow all safety rules and procedures
- Safely operate tools and equipment necessary to perform job
duties
- Perform work in a prompt, neat, and careful manner that
displays common sense, planning, and thoughtfulness
- Coordinate work with other shops as necessary
- Work with part-time summer employees to ensure proper painting
techniques and Colby standards are being followed
- Advise supervisor of any issues encountered or any damage which
occurs while performing work
- Safely work from ladders, staging, lifts, scaffolds, etc., as
required
- Perform additional duties as assigned; duties,
responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or
without notice
- High school diploma or equivalent required; professional
coursework or post-secondary education are a plus
- Minimum of three years of experience in painting in a
residential and/or commercial setting required
- Must have working knowledge of different kinds of paints and
methods of application
- Experience with plastering, application, and finishing of
drywall compound preferred
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational
skills with a high level of motivation
- Attention to detail and accuracy are critical
- Must be able to work independently, exercise judgment, and
manage projects with minimal supervision, as well as to adjust as
new projects are assigned
- Strong ability to multi-task is essential
- Ability to make an impact through work as a member of a team
and diverse community
- Valid driver’s license required and must meet the College’s
Fleet Safety Policy requirements
This position interacts with colleagues within Facilities Services, other departments, faculty, staff, students, and visitors.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to perform the essential functions.
Position hours are 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with overtime as necessary to support operations. General indoor and outdoor facilities and campus environment. Walking, including climbing stairs or ladders, standing, bending, twisting, working from staging and lifts, and ability to lift 50 lbs. required.
TO APPLY :
Interested candidates should apply electronically by clicking the "Apply" button on the Colby College website.
Company
Founded in 1813, Colby College is the 12th oldest liberal arts college in the United States.
Distinctive in its offerings, Colby provides an intimate, undergraduate-focused learning environment with a breadth of programs presenting students and faculty with unparalleled opportunities. A vibrant and fully integrated academic, residential, and cocurricular experience is sustained by a diverse and supportive community. Located in Waterville, Maine, Colby is a global institution with students representing nearly every U.S. state and approximately 70 countries.
Colby’s model provides the scale and impact of larger universities coupled with intensive learning in a community committed to scholarship and discovery, multidisciplinary approaches to integrated learning, study in the liberal arts, and leading-edge programs addressing the world’s most complex challenges. Its network of partnerships with prestigious cultural, research, medical, and business institutions extends educational and scholarly collaborations, providing students with unmatched experiences leading to postgraduate success.
The College’s wide variety of programs and labs provides students and the community access to unique experiences: the Colby College Museum of Art, the finest college art museum in the country, and the Lunder Institute for American Art have made the College a nationally and internationally recognized center for art scholarship; DavisConnects prepares students for lifelong success by combining a forward-thinking liberal arts education with extensive internship, research, and global opportunities for all students regardless of their personal networks and financial circumstances; and the 350,000-square-foot Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center, is the most advanced and comprehensive NCAA D-III facility in the country. In fall 2021, Colby opened the Davis Institute for Artificial Intelligence, the first such institute at a liberal arts college. Colby’s new Island Campus, consisting of Allen and Benner islands, gives Colby a significant presence on the coast of Maine for a wide range of academic programs and activities and undisturbed environments ideal for conducting interdisciplinary experiences.
- Website
- http://www.colby.edu/
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