Job Description

Full job description

Posting Number

req19989

Department

Facilities Mgmt-Maint Services

Department Website Link

Location

Main Campus

Address

Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

University Facility Services is looking to fill a Painter II in our Paint Shop. We are looking for a experienced painter who can join our team and assist in a variety of tasks in support of keeping our campus beautiful.

Painters at the University of Arizona must have the ability to apply various paints to walls, ceilings, equipment, signage, and additional irregular surfaces such as parking lots, streets, and athletic fields.

UFS at the University of Arizona consists of over 700 employees and teamwork is our strength. FM services over 13 million square feet of campus-keeping the grounds beautiful, classrooms clean, and all utilities moving through the campus.

***Apply today and/or learn more at a Facilities Job Fair on Saturday, July 27th on the U of A campus at the Bear Down Gym 8am to 2pm! Parking is free.***

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Applies protective and decorative coats of paint, varnish, lacquer and/or other related materials to interior and exterior surfaces of buildings, furniture, equipment and other structures.
• Washes, scrapes, sands, torches and/or levels interior and exterior surfaces prior to painting, varnishing, lacquering or applying other related materials.
• Cleans equipment, paint mixing area and work area.
• Operates compressors, striping machines, sandblasters, spray equipment and other small power equipment.
• Installs, repairs and maintains drywall, wall texturing and ceiling acoustic texturing.
• Operates heavy equipment including scissor lifts, boom lifts and swing stages to heights of 80 feet.
• Erects various types of scaffolding, staging, ladders and planks to reach surfaces work area.
• Applies paints, stains, surface preparatory materials and undercoating materials to a variety of surfaces, as appropriate according to Safety Data Sheets within established hazardous materials guidelines.
• Determines appropriate color for new or replacement applications through consultation with customer.
• Maintains existing paint surfaces through matching and tinting of appropriate paint products.
• Prepares and implements line striping layouts for streets, parking lots and athletic fields according to ADOT and the various Athletic requirements.
• Identifies, safely handles and appropriately disposes of paints, stains, preparatory and undercoating materials and other hazardous materials.
• Creates and applies graphics and signage layouts according to ADOT, Safety and ADA requirements to meet state and federal regulations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials and application techniques common to the painting trade.
• Knowledge and skill in hazardous materials handling, application and disposal.
• Knowledge of text and display requirements for signage applications.
• Skill in the preparation and application of paints, stains and surface preparation materials to a wide variety of surfaces.
• Ability to effectively communicate.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move/lift up 65 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Journeyman level position. Completion of a high school education or an equivalent combination of apprenticeship program, technical training and/or experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy .

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial and/or residential experience.
• University setting experience.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Facilities, Grounds and Infrastructure

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$18.15 - $22.69

Compensation Type

hourly rate

Grade

4

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.


The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum

$18.15

Grade Range Midpoint

$22.69

Grade Range Maximum

$27.22

Career Stream and Level

OC2

Job Family

Skilled Crafts & Trades

Job Function

Facil, Grounds, & Infra

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

hr-client-ufs_phxops@arizona.edu

Open Date

7/16/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicant

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.

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