Painter Foreman

Starting wage for this position is established by the prevailing rate for Jackson County. Information can be found: https://labor.illinois.gov/laws-rules/conmed/current-prevailing-rates.html

Employees at this level supervise the work of painter sub-foremen and/or painters. They work under general supervision from a designated supervisor.

Examples of Duties

• performs all duties normally required in the trade of painter, following recognized procedures and techniques for such work;
• plans, assigns, directs and supervises the work of painters and painter sub-foremen;
• acts as custodian of tools, equipment, and materials used on the job;
• verifies and approves material requisitioned by employees being supervised;
• participates in the management of personnel matters/activities such as selection and termination of employees, planning and conducting training programs, evaluating work performance, and approving time and leave requests;
• enforces safe working habits, including safe operation and handling of materials and equipment;
• maintains records;
• performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a recognized painter apprenticeship program or four (4) years (48 months) of full-time journey-level painter experience.
• Five (5) additional years (60 months) of full-time journey-level painter experience.
• As required by the position to be filled, current license/certification consistent with vehicles, machinery and equipment that is routinely used in the general occupational areas.

Dependent upon institutional need, incumbents may be required to obtain job-related certification or license, such as a valid Illinois Department of Public Health Lead Abatement Worker License. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations may be afforded to applicants/employees.

Supplemental Information

Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.