Painter
These are exciting times at the Renovations Department. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence. Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team. The Renovations seeks (1) Painter to join the already awesome team, taking the Renovations Department to the next level of excellence!
WHAT MAKES THE RENOVATIONS A GREAT PLACE?
- Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
- A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
- Professional development opportunity and mentorship
- A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Performs skilled manual work that requires a working knowledge of painting practices and methods.
- Cleans and prepares surfaces that are to be painted, using sandpaper, steel wool, scrapers or soap and water.
- Fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other filler to prepare the surface for painting.
- Removes lights and other fixtures to prepare the surface for painting.
- Spreads drop cloths over floors and furniture.
- Paints interior and exterior walls and ceilings with brushes, rollers, and spray guns.
- Varnishes, stains, and finishes desks, cabinets, and other furniture.
- Trims windows and doors.
- Caulks and glazes windows.
- Mixes paints, varnishes, shellacs, and enamels.
- Cleans and stores brushes.
- Erects and moves scaffolds.
- Cleans the work areas after the project is completed.
- Serves as a lead worker on painting assignments.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Anticipated Hiring Range: $43,100 - $51,800. Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications in relation to the Minimum Hiring Standards. Candidates earlier in their careers are typically offered salaries closer to the minimum of the hiring range, while those with more advanced or relevant experience may be considered for compensation at or above the hiring range.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or GED and three years of experience.
- Preferred Hiring Qualifications: Knowledge of painting methods and procedures. Ability to properly mix paints, etc. Ability to climb ladders, scaffolds, etc. Ability to access confined spaces. Ability to lift paint cans and other painting supplies. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Georgia State University Values
- COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university
- IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility
- TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place
- INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources
- EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service
- STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents
