Painter/Maintenance Worker

Description

Under the direction of the Director of Maintenance and Maintenance Supervisor, performs preventative and routine maintenance/repairs on all campus facilities and equipment.  Work scope includes, but is not limited to;  painting, plumbing, plastering, electrical, carpentry, mechanical work.  Participates in getting rooms move-in ready and the on-call rotation.

1.  Paints surfaces, using brushes, spray gun, or rollers.
2. Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools, and reassemble equipment
3. Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
4.  Applies paint to simulate wood grain, marble, brick, or stonework. 
5.  Cuts stencils, and brushes and sprays lettering and decorations on surfaces. 
6.  Sands surfaces between coats and polishes final coat to specified finish.
7.  Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as necessary
8.  Mixes and matches colors of paint, stain, or varnish.
9.  Fills cracks, holes, and joints with caulk putty, plaster, or other filler, using caulking gun or putty knife. 
10. Maintains all painting equipment in a safe and proper operating condition. 
11. Operates all equipment in a safe manner in accordance with established policies and procedures
12. Reads work order or receives instructions from supervisor or occupant of residence.

Requirements

Educational Attainment • High School diploma or GED, Associate Degree in related field preferred

Licensure/Certification

Specialized Knowledge/Skills • Knowledge of paint systems and techniques required.  

Kind & Length of Experience • 3-years experience in repair, papering, and painting in a maintenance-related capacity.