Painter Jobs

Job Summary:

This position will provide a full range of journeyperson painting applications across a diverse set of facilities. The position will work independently to determine proper techniques for multiple surfaces and finishes. This position is in the Finishing Trades Shop and will work with other painters and tradespeople to deliver maintenance and remodel projects.

Responsibilities:

• 5% Responsible for lead abatement activity to include the disposal of lead based materials according to federal and state regulations.
• 5% Interprets blueprints and drawings to assess and determine specifications and calculate the materials and equipment required. Discusses project plan with customer/client
• 5% Apply paint using various types of spray equipment, including maintenance of equipment to ensure proper operation.
• 55% Completes skilled painting work, color matching, and mixing according to established trade standards and applicable building and safety codes
• 5% Gathers materials, prepares work area, and maintains equipment and supplies needed for jobs
• 10% Prepares and levels dry wall
• 5% Cleans work area upon completion of projects according to established guidelines and expectations
• 5% Prepare wall surfaces to remove/install various types of wall coverings.
• 5% Reviews finished projects with client/customer. Maintains records and reports of work status and completion according to established deadlines and expectations

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Education:

Preferred
High School Diploma and the completion of a registered apprenticeship program approved by the Department of Workforce Development as a Painter as defined on DWD website - https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/apprenticeship/trades/painter-n-decorator.htm
Completion of an apprenticeship approved by the Department of Workforce Development as a painter. Formal recognition of status by the appropriate international or local trade organization or some type of similar formal validation of journeyman status may also be accepted. Persons having informal training and experience equivalent to the formal apprenticeship and journeyman status may also be accepted upon submission of documented proof of such training and experience. Evidence of at least 6 ,240 hours total of exterior and interior preparation and finish, paper hanging, decorating, spraying/rigging and care/use of tools and equipment including 400 hours of related instruction and safety procedures. Such evidence may include letters or statements from past customers/clients and/or employers.

Qualifications:

Completion of a registered apprenticeship program approved by the Department of Workforce Development as a Painter as defined on DWD website - https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/apprenticeship/trades/painter-n-decorator.htm required

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 7AM - 3:30PM

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $34.64 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
This has been identified as a Crafts Worker position. Crafts Workers may elect an increased vacation allocation with a corresponding reeducation to the prevailing rate.
100 hours = $35.76
140 hours = $35.20
180 hours = $34.64

How to Apply:

To be considered, applications must be submitted online. To apply for this position you will need to upload a resume and cover letter. We will also require contact information for three professional references, one of which must be your current supervisor. We will not contact your current supervisor without advance notice.
A criminal background check will be conducted on all finalists.
In the event you are required to work in or around animal facilities, you will be enrolled in the appropriate medical surveillance program.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Contact:

Dawn Bierman
[email protected]
608-265-4057
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Painter(FP049)

Department(s):

A71-FACILITIES PLNG AND MGMT/PP O&M/FINISHING SHOP

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

277798-CP

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.