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Painter

Employer
The University of Georgia
Location
Athens Area

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Institution Type
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Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S02815P Working Title Painter Department FMD Structural Support Shop About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

The UGA Facilities Management Division is the largest of 7 divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The exceptional staff of over 800 personnel within the Facilities Management Division manage, operate and maintain campus landscapes, buildings and infrastructure to promote the long-term sustainability of the University of Georgia.

College/Unit/Department website fmd.uga.edu Posting Type Internal (PEP) Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Some night and/or weekend work may be required to meet departmental goals, deadlines and/or emergencies.

Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 03/25/2019 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 04/22/2019 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Position Information

Classification Title Skilled Craftsperson Pay Grade FLSA Job Family Trades FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualificaitons.

Preferred Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED Completion Certificate

Position Summary

This is painting work of journeyman level. Work includes assignments requiring employment of all standard trade practices and skills. The work often includes finishing surfaces where standards of beauty, harmony, and workmanship are exacting. The work is performed under general direction and is subject to inspection while in progress and upon completion for appearance and durability.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Considerable knowledge of the characteristics and uses of various kinds of paints, varnishes, enamel, and shellacs.
- Considerable knowledge of proper methods of preparing various surfaces for painting and finishing.
- Some knowledge of glazing and paper hanging techniques.
- Skill in painting with hand brushes, rollers, and spray guns.
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and all other duties as required by supervisor and/or foreman.
- Considerable knowledge of spray booth operations and equipment used.

Physical Demands

-Stand, walk, stoop, squat, climb stairs, work from standard and/or extended ladders and lift up to 75 lbs during a normal 8 hours work shift.
- Work under adverse weather conditions (heat, rain cold).

Is driving required to perform essential duties outlined in this position? (This does not include infrequent trips) The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license when offered employment. Does this position have financial responsibilities? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

- Clean and prepare surfaces to be painted by use of sandpaper, steel wool or soap and water
- Sandblast surfaces preparatory to painting

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

- Paint interior and exterior walls and ceilings of buildings with brush roller or spray gun, as required
- May varnish, stain, shellac or otherwise finish desks, doors, cabinets, moldings and floors

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

- Trim windows and doors
- Caulk cracks
- Glaze windows

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

- Mix paint, varnishes, shellacs and enamels
- Clean and stores brushes

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

- Perform incidental duties such as erecting and moving scaffolds, washing walls and cleaning up after job

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

- Perform any other type of work related to building maintenance

Percentage of time 15 Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a high school diploma or GED Completion Certificate?
    • Yes, I have completed high school and have a HS Diploma
    • Yes, I have completed my GED and have a GED Completion Certificate
    • No, I have not completed high school and do not have a GED
  2. * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
    • No Response
    • No
    • Yes
  3. * Are you willing to lift 75 lbs, climb stair, walk, stand, balance, stoop, bend, squat, work with hands above head, work from a standard and/or extended ladder and scaffold frequently throughout an 8 hour shift, 5 days a week?
    • Yes
    • No
    • No Response
  4. * Are you willing to work outside under adverse weather conditions (such as rain, hot, or cold weather)?
    • No Response
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Do you have at least two years experience in the painting trade or equivalent training? Briefly describe your experience, including years of experience and applicable training.

    (Open Ended Question)

  6. * Are you a current employee of the University of Georgia?
    • No Response
    • No
    • Yes
Applicant Documents Required Documents
    Optional Documents
    1. Resume/CV
    2. Cover Letter

    Organization

    The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest and most comprehensive institution of higher education. Founded in 1785, it is the birthplace of public higher education in America.

    Today, UGA enrolls more than 40,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. The main campus has 460 buildings on 767 acres of land. The total acreage of UGA in 30 Georgia counties is 41,539. UGA has 18 colleges and schools, which include Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Business, Ecology, Education, Engineering, Environment and Design, Family and Consumer Sciences, Forestry and Natural Resources, Graduate School, Journalism and Mass Communication, Law, Pharmacy, Public Health, Public and International Affairs, Social Work, Veterinary Medicine, and the Honors College. It offers 24 baccalaureate degrees in more than 140 fields; 33 master’s degrees in 144 fields; 8 educational specialist degrees; four doctoral degrees in 99 areas; professional degrees in law, pharmacy and veterinary medicine; and more than 170 study-abroad and exchange programs. UGA Libraries rank among the nation’s best research libraries and contain a total of 5.3 million volumes and one of nation’s largest map collections. The university has had 25 recipients of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, making it one of the nation’s top Rhodes producers among public universities. UGA is home of the Peabody Awards, presented annually for distinguished achievement and meritorious public service for television, podcast/radio, and digital media. It also is home of Georgia’s State Botanical Garden, state Museum of Art and State Museum of Natural History. Additionally, UGA has one of the largest and most comprehensive public service and outreach programs conducted by an American educational institution.

    Company info
    Telephone
    706-542-3000
    Location
    215 S. Jackson St.
    Athens
    Georgia
    30602
    US

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