Painter

Job Description Summary Organization's Summary Statement: The Physical Plant Department invites applications for a full-time, nonexempt position with benefits Benefits: UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, flexible spending accounts), Retirement (State or Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA), Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance), Tuition Remission, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, paid leave (Non-exempt positions start at 11 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year). Overtime, shift-differential and on-call pay (non-exempt positions only). Under general supervision, performs painting work at the journey level. Prepares surfaces for painting, plasters and/or paints building interiors, exteriors, road and parking surfaces. Responsibilities: •Applies coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel or lacquer to decorate and protect interior or exterior surfaces. •Prepares surfaces for painting by scraping, burning, sandpapering or dissolving previous paint coatings. Fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with caulk or putty. Tapes, spackles, and finishes dry wall. •Removes fixtures, spreads drop cloths and covers surfaces to protect during painting. •Selects, mixes, and matches paints. •Stains and finishes furniture, paints and touches up signs and may hang wall coverings. •Prepares estimates of time, labor and materials. Prepares reports reflecting daily operations and project status. •Operates and maintains tools and equipment of the painting trade. May erect and work from scaffolding and ladders. Cleans work area upon completion of project. •Provides guidance and training in painting work to other maintenance personnel. May have lead responsibility for special projects. •Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: •Four years progressively responsible experience in the painting trade. •A non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license valid in the State of Maryland may be required. •Note: The selected candidate may be required to be trained to work with asbestos. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: •Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in the methods and techniques used in the painting trade. •Thorough knowledge of and skill in basic mathematics including area, volume, weights, and the practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions: of OSHA regulations related to the painting trade. •Skill in the use and maintenance of the tools and equipment of the painting trade. •Ability to schedule and lay out work and to perceive the normal color spectrum. •Ability to prepare summaries and reports. •Ability to communicate effectively and follow oral and written directions. •Ability to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work from ladders, rigging, and scaffolding. •Ability to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on equipment and machinery. •Ability to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions. Physical Demands: •May be required to perform physical work requiring bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, and frequent heavy lifting. •May be required to work in adverse weather conditions. •May be required to wear and work in personal protective equipment. •May be required to operate a variety of equipment to include office equipment. Minimum Qualifications Four years progressively responsible experience in the painting trade. Additional Job Details Required Application Materials: Qualified applicants should submit a resume and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate’s prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship. Best Consideration Date: N/A Posting Close Date: N/A Open Until Filled: Yes Department UMES-VPAA-Physical Plant/Operations Worker Sub-Type Staff Regular Salary Range $46,736-$61,906 EEO Statement UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship. Diversity Statement The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation. Title IX Statement It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.