University of Oklahoma Medical Center - Painter

Painter - OU Medical Center

Under general supervision, paints, finishes and decorates items such as wood, metal and concrete surfaces of buildings and other structures, equipment, machinery, and furnishings.

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position.

• Prepares new and old surfaces for finishing by using sandpaper, burners, scrapers, brushes, sanding machines, dusters, washing compounds and finish removers.
• Putties, plasters or otherwise fill and repair cracks and holes.
• Replaces broken glass in sashes and doors.
• Removes putty or glazing compounds.
• Caulks window frames, doorframes, and similar units.
• Mixes paints and allied products to match colors.
• Applies undercoats and finish coats to furnishings, machinery, equipment and exterior and interior surfaces of buildings and other structures.
• Calculates thickness of insulation needed to minimize heat or cooling losses and gathers needed materials and equipment.
• Insulates chilled water pipes, steam pipes, pumps, and tanks.
• Paints signs and hangs wallpaper.
• Cleans brushes, rollers, spray guns, and other related equipment.
• Creates and maintain standard color selection for the Facility
• Paints signs and hangs wallpaper.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience: No experience required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Clean driving record and current drivers license issued by the State of Oklahoma required within 30 days of hire. Health Care Physical Environment qualification issued by ASHE required within 6 months of hire. Infection Control Risk Assessment qualification issued by ASHE required within 1 year of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in finishing and painting and the safety precautions observed.
• Skill in use of paint application tools, mixing paints and matching color.
• Ability to set up and work on ladders, scaffolds, and riggings.
• Customer service skills

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.