Journeyman Painter, UM Housing

Description Description

UM Housing invites applications for a Journeyman Painter to perform skilled painting of interior and exterior surfaces using a variety of coatings and finishing techniques.

• Prepare, repair, and finish surfaces, including furniture refinishing, wall vinyl and tile repair, tape and texture, and window glazing
• Plan, coordinate, and complete painting and maintenance projects in accordance with quality and safety standards
• Supervise seasonal crews by providing training, assigning work, scheduling projects, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures
• Coordinate materials, supplies, and equipment to support daily operations and project completion
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality workmanship and adherence to established standards
• Perform other painting and maintenance duties as assigned in support of departmental operations

• Knowledge of painting methods, materials, tools, equipment, and surface preparation techniques
• Skill in applying a variety of paints, coatings, and finishes using standard painting methods and equipment
• Ability to safely operate and maintain painting tools, equipment, and machinery
• Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions while adhering to established safety practices and procedures
• Ability to work in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to weather and conditions associated with painting and maintenance work

• Lifting:
  Ground to 36 inches, up to 60 pounds. Ground to overhead, up to 5 pounds, both hands.
• Carrying:
  One handed, carry up to 60 pounds for 50 feet, and upstairs.
• Carrying:
  Two handed, front carry, carry up to 60 pounds for 100 feet.
• Pushing and pulling forces required (when moving equipment and office furniture): 60 pounds sustained.
• Static trunk forward bending and twisting from a standing, crouching or kneeling position while painting, laying floor tile, and repairing walls and floor...
• Reaching with both arms in all directions, including overhead, frequently.
• Perform one handed overhead work, such as plastering, with 5 pounds tool.
• Balancing when climbing and working on a ladder or scaffold.
• Standing and walking on various distances throughout the day, on even and uneven surfaces.
• Manual steadiness, dexterity, speed, and coordination:
• Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, and your hand together with your arm, to grasp and manipulate painting tools.

Physical Screen will be administered prior to a final offer of employment

Position Number: 107900

Compensation

Title:

Journeyman Painter

Bargaining Unit: Maintenance Painters Union

Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, 12 months/year

Probationary Period: Six (6) months minimum

Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Screening of applications will begin after the closing date; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

• Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience
• Three (3) Professional References – names and contact information

The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action:
Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always