JOB TITLE: Painter

DEPARTMENT: Physical Plant

REPORTS TO: Building Maintenance Supervisor

STATUS: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Scheduled Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Additional hours as specified)

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The Building Maintenance Staff are responsible for the safe, professional, reliable, efficient, environmentally-sound, and cost-effective maintenance of the buildings on the Loomis Chaffee campus. Specific duties include:

Specific Responsibilities

· Maintain campus building’s interior and exterior surfaces as it pertains to paint and other finishes.

· Properly prepare surfaces for the application of paint, staining, texturing, etc.

· Properly set-up materials and equipment for the safe completion of work, while ensuring surrounding areas are properly protected.

· Perform repair and maintenance work on: glass & glazing, plaster, sheetrock & taping, masonry, paperhanging, and furniture refinishing.

· Assist and provide recommendations for the planning of maintenance of surfaces and finishes to improve the condition, appearance, and life expectancy of school buildings and structures.

· Support the activities of the Building Maintenance Department, staff, other personnel, and contractors to ensure effective and efficient maintenance of campus facilities.

· Support other Physical Plant departments to successively meet deadlines and support the Loomis Chaffee community and the school’s mission.

· Support and assist with special school events as required.

Compliance and Other

· Abide by all standards for safety and health guidelines, environmental regulations, quality, and productivity by following established policies and procedures.

· Perform seasonal tasks as needed, including shoveling, clearing snow and ice from walks, stairs, and pathways.

· Perform other work and additional duties as assigned, including assisting other Physical Plant operations to complete assignments and being available for emergencies and scheduled “off-hour” work as needed.

Education and Experience Requirements:

· High School diploma or equivalent required.

· Knowledge, skills and abilities typically associated with three (3) years of surface preparation, painting, finishes, and applications experience.

· 3 years of experience in building maintenance or construction operation in multi-trades (plaster, taping and sheetrock, multi-surface preparation, and other building interior/exterior finishing)

· Understanding of various skilled trades (carpentry, roofing, flooring, masonry, doors, and windows & hardware).

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Required:

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills:

· Demonstrate proper judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean, and appropriate professional manner for the assignment and work setting.

· Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, have initiative, and be a self-starter.

· Demonstrated good organizational/priority management skills, and oral communication skills.

· Ability to analyze situations and information, consider the risks and implications and implement a plan of action.

· Must be able to work as a team member and effectively with other assigned personnel including faculty, contractors, and students.

· Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job including but not limited to walking around campus, climbing stairs, ladders, scaffolds or platforms, lifting/carrying heavy objects and working in confined spaces.

· Willingness to perform other work as required by the department and the Physical Plant.

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding and/or Testing Required:

· Must possess a valid Driver’s License.

· Training and/or certification in handling of lead paint and lead concealment, or willingness to obtain the same .

· Pre-employment background check required.

Working Conditions:

· Conditions will vary from indoor, outdoor, and field environments in all weather conditions.

· Have the ability to regularly lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds, and occasionally lift over fifty (50 ) pounds.

· Must be able to work off a lift, scaffolding, and/or ladder (over 30ft above the floor in some cases).

· Have the ability to consistently stand/walk for up to 8hrs per day, frequently and repeatedly bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling.

· Must have a satisfactory work record including good attendance.

Competitive benefit package including but not limited to:

Three weeks of vacation, eight sick days, fourteen holidays annually. Retirement match up to 10%, paid short-term and long-term disability and life insurance. 

For additional information please visit our website: www.loomischaffee.org.