What are the responsibilities and job description for the Painter position at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
Posting Information
Department
FS-Bldg Svcs-HMaint-Paint-245412
Career Area
Facilities and Skilled Trades
Is this an internal only recruitment?
No
Posting Open Date
03/07/2025
Application Deadline
03/17/2025
Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Facility Maint Tech - Bldg Trd - Journey
Salary Grade Equivalent
GN06
Working Title
Painter
Position Number
00034485
Vacancy ID
P020203
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited
Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
Hours per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Work Location
CHAPEL HILL, NC
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$42,935 - $57,922
Pay Band Information
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Position Summary Information
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Building Services provide full maintenance and repair services for all UNC facilities and ensure the proper operation of those facilities in support of the UNC mission of teaching, research and public service. Building Services supports more than 400 campus buildings with approximately 18 million gross square feet of space. The teams that provide quality maintenance, repair and construction services that support the teaching, research, and public service mission of the University include Campus Maintenance, EMCS, Facilities Operations Support, Housing Support, HVAC Systems, and Life Safety Services. Housing Support is an effective team of employees providing maintenance and repair services, including a safe and secure environment for the 9000 students living in 37 residence halls and 700 apartments. Trade skills include cabinetmaking, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, electronics, sheet metal, roofing, painting and HVAC. We identify, estimate, plan and complete minor facility renovation projects via our own Housing Support internal shops, Facilities Services Construction Shops, and/or private contractors. We provide year-round, 24-hour customer service to our resident students and Housing staff. Housing Support also conducts all scheduled facility maintenance inspections within its facilities. This unit is the primary point of contact for the residence halls and dispatches the request to the appropriate shop.
Position Summary
A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $4,081 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF HIRE:
$2,040.50 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $2,040.50 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.
This Painter position maintains the appearance of 37 residence halls and 400 family apartments that house nearly 9,000 residents and performs interior and exterior painting functions which include scraping, patching, priming and painting or staining.
$2,040.50 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $2,040.50 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.
This Painter position maintains the appearance of 37 residence halls and 400 family apartments that house nearly 9,000 residents and performs interior and exterior painting functions which include scraping, patching, priming and painting or staining.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Journey level experience with painting materials and application methods. NC Driver’s License or ability to obtain one prior to start date.
Ability to serve as a mandatory employee and report to work in support of essential (mandatory) University operations, even when adverse weather or other emergency conditions, including but not limited to a public health emergency, may require the University to close.
Ability to serve as a mandatory employee and report to work in support of essential (mandatory) University operations, even when adverse weather or other emergency conditions, including but not limited to a public health emergency, may require the University to close.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Progressive painting experience, including spray applications and sheetrock mudding and finishing.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Ability to stand for extended periods of time, work from a lift, navigate stairs and climb ladders; work in small tight spaces and bend, stoop and crawl to complete work; move objects weighing up to 50 pounds; work under stressful conditions that have critical timelines (deadlines); and ability to work with small hand tools.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Evening work occasionally, Exposure to Hazardous Materials, Night work occasionally, Overtime occasionally, Valid NC Driver’s License, Weekend work occasionally
Salary : $2,041
