Painter 2nd Shift

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EMPLOYMENT TERMS:

Full-time position; This position will work Monday through Friday from 3:30 p.m. to midnight with a half-hour lunch; This position has a $.25 shift differential for time worked.

PRIMARY DUTY:

The Painter performs skilled painting work in the preparation patching finishing and maintaining of interior and exterior surfaces (e.g. wood plaster drywall steel concrete) on all University building structures walls woodwork furniture and equipment following recognized procedures and techniques of the painting trade.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Performs skilled painting work in the preparation patching finishing and maintaining of all building structures walls woodwork furniture and equipment by inspecting the work site to determine the materials equipment tools and method to be used; following a plan layout sketch or schematic for the project or an established color scheme; mixing and matching pigments stains or varnishes to the required color tint and/or texture; assembling or building and installing scaffolding materials and equipment as required by the scope of work; and using paint brushes rollers and/or sprayers sandpaper sanders steel wool wire brushes and related painting tools.

assigned painting projects with quality workmanship by preparing surfaces for painting using sandpaper power sanders steel wool wire brushes scrappers paint removers and chemicals filling nail holes cracks or joints with putty plaster or other fillers applying paints stains varnishes enamel or lacquer using paint brushes rollers and/or sprayers.

University property and equipment from damage during painting work by removing furniture wall fixtures and equipment from work sites if possible or covering non-moveable items with protective cloths covering floors with cloths or tarpaulins taping woodwork facings and decorative trims and erecting safe scaffolding in a manner that prevents damage.

painting work sites to their original condition at the completion of work by removing scaffolding painting cloths tarpaulins and masking tape used during the project returning furniture and equipment to their proper location setting up equipment that had been dismantled and cleaning any paint splatters from surfaces furniture or equipment.

preventive maintenance of painting tools and equipment by performing spot checks of equipment to determine their working condition oiling moving parts cleaning and servicing tools and equipment as directed or specified in the operators manual and returning damaged tools and equipment for repair or replacement.

technical assistance in the purchase of new or replacement painting shop tools and equipment by being knowledgeable of the capabilities of various types of equipment and recommending the purchase of painting tools and equipment that meet the needs of the paint shop.

7. Reduces the likelihood for liability regarding the Universitys compliance with federal regulations by complying with policies laws and regulations governing environmental protection safety hazardous waste disposal and the use of chemical substances and materials common to painting.

to an accident-free work environment by complying with operators instructions for the use of power sprayers and tools wearing protective equipment such as filter respirators goggles hearing protectors back supports and work gloves reporting incidents of unsafe work activity to supervisors and following standard safety precautions during work.

to a work environment that encourages knowledge of respect for and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

to the overall success of the Facility Services by performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness
• Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively
• Anticipate recognize and resolve problems
• Be responsible and accountable
• Use organizational skills and provide attention to details
• Maintain a positive optimistic and success-oriented attitude
• Exercise professional demeanor which includes being tactful and courteous
• Exhibit a professional work ethic
• Continuously promote a safe work environment

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High school diploma

Certification/License: Valid Missouri drivers license

Experience: Three years of experience in the painting trade

Skills: Skilled painting ability which includes use of small hand and power tools precision measuring devices mechanical equipment and materials common to the painting trade and associated with the preparation of surfaces and painting; ability to interpret blueprints color schemes sketches or schematics; computer literacy

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position will work Monday through Friday from 3:30 p.m. to midnight with a half-hour lunch break. This position may be required to work nights weekends and holidays as needed to support University events or emergencies.

The work may involve moderate discomfort and/or risk such as exposure to hazardous materials. The work area may be subject to environmental discomfort such as poor ventilation. Loud noises and/or extremes of heat or cold.

This position is considered essential staff. Essential staff provide services that relate directly to the health safety and welfare of the University ensure continuity of key operations and maintain and protect University properties. Should the University close for any reason essential staff will report to work as usual.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

May assist in supervising student and/or temporary employees.

EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED:

Paint brushes rollers sprayers sandpaper sanders steel wool wire brushes and related painting tools and equipment.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work requires physical exertion such as climbing ladders frequent lifting of objects over 50 pounds crawling or crouching in restricted areas.

COMMUNITY:

Northwest Missouri State University located in Maryville Missouri a community of 12000 with a diverse economy and a strong industrial base. Maryville is located 45 miles north of St. Joseph Missouri 90 miles north of Kansas City Missouri and 110 miles southeast of Omaha Nebraska. For more information visit the citys website at .

UNIVERSITY:

With an enrollment of more than 8500 students Northwest is a coeducational primarily residential four-year university that offers a broad range of undergraduate and selected graduate programs on its Maryville campus and through Northwest Online .

Founded in 1905 Northwest boasts a high retention rate and a graduation rate in the 95th percentile among its peers. Additionally results of the Ruffalo Noel Levitz Student Satisfaction Inventory show Northwest students are more satisfied than students at national peers and 78 percent of Northwest students report they would repeat their university experience compared to 75 percent of students surveyed nationally at their respective institutions.

Furthermore the University is a national model for student success and career placement with 93 percent of bachelors degree earners and 98 percent of masters degree earners securing employment or continuing their education within six months of completing a degree at Northwest according to the most recent data .

Northwest places a high emphasis on profession-based learning to help graduates get a jumpstart on their careers while maintaining competitive tuition rates and generous financial assistance to help minimize the financial barriers students may face when pursuing a college degree.

Students have opportunities to build their résumés with experiences on campus in nearly every area of study including the Horace Mann Laboratory School National Public Radio affiliate KXCV the R.T. Wright Farm Mozingo Outdoor Education Recreation Area a partnership with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency or Knacktive a student-driven integrated digital marketing communications conjunction with its emergency and disaster management program Northwest organizes and hosts Missouri Hope an annual mass casualty training exercise that attracts first responders and emergency workers from throughout the nation and provides hands-on training in preparation for a natural disaster.

The Universitys vibrant and diverse learning community also offers more than 150 student organizations and textbooks and a laptop are included in tuition saving students an estimated $6900 over four years. Northwest offers 1200 student employment positions allowing students to build professional skills through its internationally benchmarked student employment program.

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