What are the responsibilities and job description for the PAINTER position at University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee?
Position Type University Staff Appointment Type Ongoing/Probationary FLSA Status Nonexempt Percent 100 Posting Type Staff Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.
This is a continuous recruitment. Screening begins on July 25, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received after July 24, 2022 may not receive consideration.Application Deadline
Who We Are:
UWM, a doctoral/research intensive university, is Wisconsin’s premier public urban university and offers a comprehensive liberal arts and professional education at the undergraduate and graduate level to over 25,000 students. UWM takes pride in being a student-centered institution that is deeply committed to diversity in its student body, faculty and staff, and programs. Our tree-lined, 104-acre campus is located on Milwaukee’s upper-eastside, one of the city’s most attractive residential areas and home to many faculty, staff, and students. For more information, please visit our website at www.uwm.edu
What We Offer:
- Innovative, collaborative, and casual-work environment with flexible work/life balance schedules
- Challenging and progressive career development
- Excellent comprehensive benefits package
- On-site health & wellness programs
- On-site affordable day care
- Best practice PTO policies and paid holidays
- Open communication, recognition programs, and team-building events
- And much more to motivated, results-oriented individuals who want to make a real difference in their community and role
This position, under general supervision, performs general interior and exterior painting work at the journeyman level. Primary responsibilities include prep and painting new and existing interior walls, ceilings, floors, woodwork, door and window frames, baseboards, radiators, etc.; work with natural wood surfaces (stain, seal, varnish); prepare, tape, prime new drywall; spray paint cabinets, equipment, and other surfaces as required; match and mix paints and protective coatings, hanging wall coverings. Other responsibilities include exterior work such as prep and paint trim, sashes, doors, and miscellaneous metals; working on a swing stage, ladder, or scaffolding as necessary; glaze window sashes; sanding or water blasting surfaces.
The University of Wisconsin (UW) System offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of our community. The University contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees also receive a vacation package starting at 104 hours during first year (prorated in first year based on start date), sick leave (with no expiration), and paid legal holidays.
The wage for this position is $40.65 per hour.
Minimum Qualifications
The University of Wisconsin (UW) System offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of our community. The University contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees also receive a vacation package starting at 104 hours during first year (prorated in first year based on start date), sick leave (with no expiration), and paid legal holidays.
The wage for this position is $40.65 per hour.
Applicants for this vacancy must:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License
- 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 OR
- Formal recognition of status by the appropriate international or local trade organization or some type of similar formal validation of journeyman status OR
- Evidence of at least 10,400 hours total of exterior and interior professional painting experience.
- Working knowledge of occupational hazards and safety procedures of the painting trade.
- Evidence of the ability to work on ladders and scaffolding, lift and carry 60 lbs., work on feet for extended periods of time, and raise arms overhead and work overhead to perform painting duties.
- Ability to wear PPE as required by policy.
Highly qualified candidates will also have:
- Demonstrated work experience performing commercial and/or institutional painting
- Evidence of strong customer service skills and working in diverse work environments
- Evidence of drywall taping experience
- Evidence of spraying experience with conventional and airless setups
- Evidence of working knowledge of painting materials and how to select, mix and apply them
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:
- Cover letter addressing your education/experience as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications
- Resume
- A document listing the names and contact information for three professional references
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.
This is a continuous recruitment. Screening begins on July 25, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received after July 24, 2022 may not receive consideration.
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