Review Vacancy
TitleC230041 - Trades Specialist (Painter) - Campus Living Maintenance
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitAPSU-Agency Police Services Unit (PBAofNYS)
Salary RangeFrom $46146 to $46146 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
One or more of the following:
• Four years of full-time experience in painting under a skilled tradesperson which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in painting at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.
Departmental Operating Needs:
• Detail their qualifications and submit appropriate documentation with their application
• Communicate well with other employees and customers
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions
• This position requires traveling within the campus, between the campuses, and off campus, therefore, the candidate must be able to demonstrate their ability to meet this requirement.
• Since the activities of other employees depend on the availability of the employee in this position, reliable attendance is a factor that will be considered when filling this vacancy.
• Due to the nature of the work, the incumbent must hold the discipline, motivation, and knowledge to successfully complete tasks independently with little to no supervision
• Professionalism is important as the incumbent may serve as a supervisor to designated staff; the incumbent will also encounter students, staff and visitors throughout the workday; representing Campus Living in a positive manner is essential.
• The incumbent must be able to demonstrate skills at a high level that are appropriate for the trade/position
The incumbent must be able to stand for long periods of time, climb, bend, and reach above their head.
Duties Description Position Summary:
Campus Living Maintenance is accepting applications for the Trades Specialist – Painter position. In this role, you will perform journey-level painting work to decorate and protect surfaces and fixtures of buildings, structures, furniture, equipment, and materials. You will join a team of engaging and dedicated individuals in a dynamic environment that encourages professional growth.
Your responsibilities include:
Determine and use the appropriate tools, equipment, and materials of the painting trade
Estimate the quantity of paint and related materials necessary to complete a project
Match paints
Work on projects requiring special preparation and/or fine finishing
Erect and work from scaffolds and ladders
Paint at floor and ceiling levels
Supervise and train designated staff
Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages.
About UB
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University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Additional Comments University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and in keeping with our commitment, encourages women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans to apply.
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