Painter Job Fairfield area,Connecticut USA,Maintenance/Cleaning

Fairfield University is a co-educational, comprehensive Jesuit university with a 200-acre campus located along the scenic shoreline community of Fairfield, CT. The University is comprised of approximately 3,500 undergraduate and 1,200 graduate students pursuing degrees within 5 schools:
The College of Arts and Sciences, The Charles

F. Dolan School of Business, The School of Engineering, The Marion Peckham Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies, and School of Education and Human Development. As an expression of our Jesuit, Catholic mission and identity, Fairfield embraces a liberal humanistic approach to education, encouraging critical thinking, cultivating free and open inquiry, and fostering ethical and religious values.

Job Description:

TITLE:

Painter

DIVISION:
Facilities Management

DEPARTMENT:
Facilities Management BASIC FUNCTION:
Provide general maintenance and repair of all campus buildings and facilities.

Complete painting assignments to ensure proper painting techniquesare used; assists in supervising 5-6 summer assistants, ensures theproper maintenance of painting vehicles.

UNUSUAL WORK CONDITIONS:
Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.

Must be available to work during inclement weather, as well asduring peak periods of required overtime, and emergency call-ins.

Capable of working alone and must be able to lift a minimum of50lbs with no weight restrictions. Able to work on roofs and climb ladders. Able to work at various heights and in all types ofweather conditions.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL NEEDED:

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma

EXPERIENCE:

2 years' experience in painting. Possession of a validCT motor vehicle license in good standing.

REPORTS TO:

Director, Facilities Management

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. To complete all painting assignments. This involves:

mixing paint per the requirements of the specific jobdecor.
performing the painting in a timely and quality relatedfashion.
perform drywall patching and prepping before painting.
interacting with supervisor on the requirements of requestedservices and special needs.

2. Perform and complete electronic (School Dude) and/or verbal work requests from supervisors, and other departments as needed.

recommend supplies and materials needed.
assist Campus Planning and design with painting upgrades in classrooms and offices
inspect all dorm rooms as needed during RIFs at the end ofschool year, complete student damage repairs and charges.

3. To participate in the professional development of the Facilities Department. This involves:

promoting an image of efficiency and courtesy throughout the University.
participating in regularly scheduled staff meetings.
communicating effectively with supervisor concerning pertinentuniversity, departmental and other matters.

4. Promote safe and secure working conditions. This involves:

maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
wearing safety shoes, uniforms and any PPE provided at alltimes as appropriate.
ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
ensure proper maintenance of vehicles, tools and other related equipment.
promoting the proper utilization of equipment and tools,notifying supervisor immediately of any unsafe working conditions.
answer requests in a professional manner

5. To perform other related duties.

Duties may be changed and/or be added at any time.

Category:

Facilities - Union

Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.

Disclaimer

The above information indicates the general nature and level ofwork performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as acomprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities,activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities maychange and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Fairfield University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected byfederal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement,promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves ofabsence, compensation and training.

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