Tradesperson-Paint

46197BR

Position Description:

Safely performs journeyperson level tasks in the fabrication, construction, maintenance, alteration and repair of fixtures, equipment, structures, buildings, and built-in components for Texas Tech facilities. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

About the University:

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

Major/Essential Functions:

• Supports the Continuous Improvement philosophy of the Operations Division and complies with the OD Safety Program to include all safety and health rules, regulations, and operating policies and procedures.

• Complies with all attendance policies and guidelines.

• Maintains vehicle, tools, equipment, and materials in an orderly and safe condition. Operates vehicles including pickups, trucks, and vans. Secures vehicle, equipment, and areas of operation.

• Attends scheduled meetings and training as required to maintain technical skills and qualifications.

• Provides after hours overtime work as required. Participates in emergency call-back roster on a rotating basis.

• Maintains professional personal appearance.

• Maintains records of materials and labor expended for each project or job assignment. Assesses job or project material requirements and prepares requisition for materials from supply warehouse or vendor.

• Mixes and matches paint, varnish, lacquer, shellac, or other finishes. Refinishes and restores interior and exterior painted surfaces including modifications or alterations to buildings. Refinishes furniture, cabinets, shelves, table tops, and other furnishings.

• Performs painting tasks including preparation of various types of surfaces by scraping, sanding, cleaning, applying paint, varnish, lacquer, shellac, or other finishes.

• Advises shop foreperson on job or project status and operational problems.

• Trains personnel in the apprenticeship training program and temporary laborers on job-related maintenance tasks.

• Completes other tasks as assigned by shop foreperson.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge & ability to safely perform skills of the painting field including methods, practices, materials, surface preparation & proper mixing & matching of all types of paints, varnishes, shellacs, lacquers & other finishes. Responsible to meet minimum physical fitness requirements for this position as verified by qualified medical personnel. Valid motor vehicle operator's license & insurability. Responsible to pass pulmonary function test & be certified to wear negative pressure respirator. Completion of the apprenticeship training program as a painter. Occasionally supervises trainees and apprentices on a limited basis. Technical training courses including, but not limited to the painting field desired, but not required.

• Quality of Customer Service/Relationship with Others/Communication (oral and written): Respectful, cooperative, and effective in getting along with various groups of employees and customers. Expresses ideas/information in a complete, clear, concise, organized, and timely manner. Actively listens to others and is open to suggestions.

• Compliance/Staff Development: Complies with all university and departmental rules, laws, policies and procedures; attends all required training or certification programs with the specified time frames.

• Planning and Organizing Work/Quality of Work/Initiative/Adaptability: Effective and efficient utilization of time and resources. Anticipates and responds to the needs of the department.

• Dependability/Accountability: Degree to which the employee can be relied upon and complete tasks in a timely manner.

Required Qualifications:

Proficiency in written and mathematical skills as may be reflected in the completion of high school or equivalent.

This position requires eligibility to drive TTU vehicles, including a valid U.S. driver license and two years of driving experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum three (3) years experience as a journeyperson-level painter.

• Accredited journeyperson-level certified training as a painter can be substituted for work experience on a year-by-year basis.

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Job Type:

Full Time

Pay Basis:

Hourly

Job Family:

Facilities Operations

Job Sub Family:

Skilled Crafts & Trades

Hourly Pay Range:

$15.14 - $19.71 - $24.23

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Shift:

Day

Schedule Details:

Monday - Friday / 7:45 AM - 4:45 PM

Grant Funded?:

No

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.