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PAINTER
Req #:
226457
Department:
HUB
Job Location:
Seattle Campus
Posting Date:
02/05/2024
Closing Info:
Closes On 02/19/2024
Salary:
$4609 - $6118 per month
Other Compensation:
Union Position:
Yes
Shift:
First Shift
Benefits:
As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs.
As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
The Husky Union Building (HUB) is a 275,000 sq. ft. facility that serves as the center of the UW community life and complements the student experience through an extensive variety of cultural, educational, social, and recreational programs. These programs provide the opportunity to balance course work and free time in the Husky Experience.
The HUB is a student-centered organization that values participatory decision-making. Through volunteerism, its boards, committees, and student employment, the HUB offers first-hand experience in citizenship and educates students in leadership, social responsibility, and values. In all its processes, the HUB encourages self-directed activity, giving maximum opportunity for self-realization and for growth in individual social competency and group effectiveness.
At the UW, diversity is integral to excellence. We value and honor diverse experiences and perspectives, strive to create welcoming and respectful learning environments, and promote access, opportunity and justice for all.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare surfaces for painting or finishing; Make repairs in sheetrock, metal, wood and masonry surfaces; Tape and flush smooth wall sheetrock joints; apply texture materials to walls and ceilings. Install wall protection materials such as Acrovyn or chair rail crash guards. Repair/replace wall fabric.
Apply primers, sealers, stains, under coats and finish coats using a variety of methods and techniques.
Prepare and finish or refinish wood work and cabinets
Move furniture and place protective drop cloths, tape baseboards, glass and other surfaces as needed; Return moved furniture and clean work area when job is done; Clean brushes, rollers and other equipment with appropriate cleaners to keep equipment and tools in good working condition.
Order paint and paint supplies. Manage the departments paint inventory, making sure new paint matches the current colors used in the building using drawdowns etc. Adhere to all safety requirements disposing of old paint and related materials according to EH&S.
Ability to use various hand and power tools in our shop. Drills, saws etc.
Skill in assembly and installation of various wall accessories. Bulletin boards, T.V. monitors, cord management, art work with security hardware, shelves including floating, mug racks, furniture, etc. and signage throughout building. Install soap dispensers and paper towel holders when needed.
Maintain signage throughout the building. Maintain Toter castors and painted stencils on garbage cans.
Install and work from a variety of work platforms including scaffolding, ladders and aerial lifts.
Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce all shop safety procedures using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.
Develop preliminary cost estimates for installation and repairs.
May direct helpers as needed.
May perform work in other trades.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a painter, OR full-journey status as a painter in a union, OR four years applicable work experience. Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis. Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license required.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
Supervision
Direct supervision from the HUB Assistant Director of Facilities.
The successful candidate will work independently in the normal course of a given work day, but will be available for direction from the HUB Assistant Director of Facilities.
Standard shift: M-F; 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
The Husky Union Building (HUB) is a 275,000 sq. ft. facility that serves as the center of the UW community life and complements the student experience through an extensive variety of cultural, educational, social, and recreational programs. These programs provide the opportunity to balance course work and free time in the Husky Experience.
The HUB is a student-centered organization that values participatory decision-making. Through volunteerism, its boards, committees, and student employment, the HUB offers first-hand experience in citizenship and educates students in leadership, social responsibility, and values. In all its processes, the HUB encourages self-directed activity, giving maximum opportunity for self-realization and for growth in individual social competency and group effectiveness.
At the UW, diversity is integral to excellence. We value and honor diverse experiences and perspectives, strive to create welcoming and respectful learning environments, and promote access, opportunity and justice for all.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
Supervision
Standard shift: M-F; 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
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