"Painter"

Position Summary

Under direct supervision, provides maintenance, troubleshooting and repair services on architectural finishes.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides stakeholders with the status updates, issues, key activities and any changes to the scope of the overall project.
• Documents and provides updates on work performed.
• Develops scope of work for projects and identifies material and labor necessary. Obtains material pricing from vendors.
• Paints interior and exterior surfaces of the facility. Installs and repairs wallpaper coverings.
• Patches plaster, sheetrock, masonry, metal and wood surfaces.
• Inspects the condition of various architectural systems and finishes. Assists in identifying areas needing refinishing work. Makes recommendations of colors and finish materials to be used for the facilities.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience

Approximately 2 years of experience in painting, plastering and masonry. If role requires use of WCM vehicle for business use, must have valid New York State driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to comprehend and follow instructions, verbally and in written form.

Licenses and Certifications

None specified.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Position requires working in a non-office environment where there are some physical discomforts such as noise, dust, heat, fumes and other elements which are continuously present; Periodic work in animal research areas, work in machine rooms, crawl spaces, areas where there are odors from maintenance products; leaks, dust, dark areas, dampness, areas with restricted access, and noise; Frequent use of ladders to perform work; Work is performed both indoors and outdoors; Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry or otherwise move objects weighing a minimum of 50 pounds and push/pull objects up to 100 pounds; Position requires the utilization of hand tools, power tools, large wrenches; operation of small to large valves; visually and audibly required to observe operating equipment; ability to walk, stand, climb ladders/scaffolds, bend, reach, lift and carry.

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