Position Information

NY HELPSNo

55-b/c EligibleNo

AgencyBinghamton University

TitleTrades Specialist Painter

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade12

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $52694 to $64321 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

InternshipNo

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Broome

Street Address 4400 Vestal Parkway E

City Binghamton

StateNY

Zip Code13902

Job Specifics

Duties Description The initial assignment for this position is in the Operations Department. Painters in this position perform journey-level paint work and frequently supervise others including Maintenance Assistants, Maintenance Helpers, laborers, and other unskilled workers in performing painting tasks. Tasks could include:
preparing surfaces and applying coats of paint, varnish, and other finishes and stains to decorate and protect interior or exterior surfaces and fixtures of buildings, structures, furniture and equipment. Typical duties may include, but are
not limited to, arranging, assembling and erecting scaffolding and ladders; placement of drop cloths over shrubs, furniture, floors, etc to avoid splattering; moving furniture and equipment from areas to be painted; prepare surfaces for
painting by washing, use of paint remover, blowtorch, wire brush or chipping hammer, and by sanding; remove electrical wall plates and replace when finished; fill cracks, crevices and holes with putty, plaster, etc; mix paints to achieve desired colors; paint surfaces using brush, pray gun, paint roller or mittens may install or replace window glass; cleans equipment and cleans work areas of spotted paint and dirt; may assist in covering interior walls with wall coverings. They may occasionally operate trucks and light construction equipment and may become involved in snow removal. The individual in this position will be required to develop the computer skills necessary to use Microsoft Word and Excel, e-mail, the campus work order system and any other necessary systems. The person in this position must practice and promote the Facilities Fundamental Management Objectives and conduct himself/herself in a professional and positive manner while representing the Department and University.

Minimum Qualifications Four years of full time experience under a journey-level painter this provided training equivalent to that given in an apprenticeship program. Apprenticeship training in painting or training gained by the completion of technical courses in painting at a school, institute or branch of the Armed Services may be substituted for the above training and experience on a year for year basis. The candidate must be able to meet the following job requirements:
- Working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the painting trade.
- Ability to use the tools, machines, equipment, and materials of the painting trade.
- Ability to train and supervise others.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans.
- Ability to lay out work and diagnose problems.
- Ability to pass a respirator fit test and use a respirator when directed.
- Ability to climb ladders and work at heights on scaffolds and platforms.
- Ability to perform the physical tasks required of a Painter.
- Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.

Additional Comments The initial assignment for this position will be in the Operations Department working 7:00 am to 3:30 pm with Saturday and Sunday as pass days. Since the nature of the campus requires continuous service and emergencies may arise
during other than normal work hours, employee in this position will be required to provide a home telephone number and be willing to accept emergency call-ins and overtime work when necessary.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The successful candidate for this position must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position satisfactorily. Since the activities of other employees depend on the performance of the employee in this position, reliable attendance is a factor that the employer will consider when filling this vacancy.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Binghamton University

Telephone 607-777-2187

Fax

Email Address canavass@binghamton.edu

Address

Street 4400 Vestal Pkwy E

City Binghamton

State NY

Zip Code 13902

 

Notes on Applying*Interested candidates should submit a Binghamton University Employment application to the Office of Human Resources in person or by email to canvass@binghamton.edu.

https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/jobs/bu_employ_app_accessible.pdf