Painter I

An Official website of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is seeking a motivated and experienced candidate for the role of Painter I to maintain both the interior and exterior painting needs in all building structures at the Wrentham Developmental Center (WDC). The building surfaces are a variety of wood, brick, stucco, and they require sanding, caulking, patching, and refinishing. Duties and Responsibilities (The duties and responsibilities stated are general summary and not all inclusive): Paints all wood, metal, concrete interior and exterior surfaces, signs by means of a brush or spraying equipment in accordance with supervisor's instructions. Prepares surfaces for painting by stripping old paint, priming, sanding, washing, taping, compounding new sheetrock to insure proper application of paint. Staining and varnishing of old and new interior and exterior surfaces in accordance with supervisor's instructions. Glazing of windows by proprer procuedures. Erect ladders and staging. Repairs walls, patches holes, puttying and caulking. Refinishes furnature. Hangs wallpaper. Required Qualifications: Considerable knowledge of tools, materials, methods and standard practices used in the painting trade. Considerable knowledge of methods of preparing wood, metal, glass, plaster, cement, and other materials and surfaces painting. Ability to apply paint and other finish by brush or air gun, and to mix and match paint. Ability to climb and work from scaffolding or at some distance above the ground. Ability to understand and execute oral and written orders with immediate supervision. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of tools, materials, methods, and standard practices used in the painting trade. Understand methods in preparing wood, metal, glass, plaster, cement and other materials and surfaces for painting. Ability to understand and follow written or oral work instructions. Please Note: This position is located at the Wrentham Developmental Center located in Wrentham, MA. Full-time 40-hour weekly position Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Days off – Sunday and Saturday Flexibility required to meet the needs of the program/area office. About the Department of Developmental Services: The mission of the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate fully and contribute meaningfully to their communities as valued members. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals throughout their lifetimes, providing a spectrum of day, employment, and residential supports. The agency directly oversees and manages $3 billion in public funds ($2.7B+ operating budget) and approximately 5,500 staff, the largest state employee workforce of any agency in the Massachusetts executive branch of government. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website. Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Recommended candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening which includes: Commission for the Protection of Persons with Disabilities (CPPD) Abuse Registry Search: Criminal background check (CORI) by regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. For technical help with Mass Careers, including logging into your profile and/or resetting your password, please call the Employee Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance. Forquestionsregarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io Ext. #4. ALL EMPLOYEES ARE PAID ON A BI-WEEKLY BASIS AND MUST HAVE DIRECT DEPOSIT. Qualifications First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have at least (A) one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in painting work, or (B) the substitution below. Substitutions: I. A diploma or certificate from a recognized trade, technical or vocational school at the high school level or higher with a major in painting may be substituted for the required experience. Special Requirements: Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Rigger's License issued by the Department of Labor and Industries (Division of Industrial Safety) may be required. Incumbents are required to possess a current and valid motor vehicle driver’s license at a class level specific to assignment. Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range . When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congruate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza. An Equal Opportunity / Affiantive Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggestions that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. If you have Diversity, Affiantive Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Kendy Derival, View email address on click.appcast.io - View phone number on click.appcast.io Salary 54,526.94 - 72,024.16 Yearly #J-18808-Ljbffr Commonwealth of Massachusetts