Maintenance Assistant (Painter) - VID 180822

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description • As directed, prepare and apply protective and decorative coats of paint to interior and exterior surfaces of buildings, furniture, equipment, guiderails, fences and like surfaces.• Arrange, assemble and erect scaffolding and ladders at work site.• Place drop cloths over shrubbery, furniture or floors to avoid paint splattering.• Move furniture and moveable equipment from area to be painted.• Prepare surfaces for painting by such methods as washing surfaces with soap and water, the use of paint remover, blowtorch, wire brush, or chipping hammer to remove all paint, and by sanding surfaces to smooth them.• Remove electrical wall plates prior to painting and replace when the job is completed.• Fill cracks, crevices and holes with putty, plaster or other materials.• Mix paints, following standard proportions, to achieve desired color.• Paint surfaces usually not requiring fine finish, using brush, spray gun, paint roller or mittens following oral or written instructions.• May install or replace window glass.• Clean brushes and equipment with soap and water, turpentine or other solvents.• Clean work area of spotted paint and dirt.• Perform other duties as assigned.Operational Needs: • Working knowledge of painting techniques and practices.• Working knowledge of the characteristics of common types of paints and finishes from the standpoint of their durability, suitability for different purposes, and ease of handling and application.• Ability to erect and work from scaffolds, lifts, swing stages and ladders.• Ability to use the tools, equipment and materials of the painting trade.• Ability to stand for long periods of time, to climb, and to bend.• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Two years of full-time experience in painting work under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson; OR completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course in painting at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services; ORan equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of appropriate technical courses at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.Application Process - • Candidates qualifying through the completion of appropriate course work should include a copy of their transcript or listing of course work completed. • A copy of a trades union card is acceptable documentary proof of qualification.• Candidates who do not submit appropriate documentary proof that they meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered for appointment. Per Agreement between the Civil Service Employees Association, Inc. and the State of New York, Article 45 (d) the requirement to prove qualification shall rest with the employee.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply. For a full version of OGS’s EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.

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