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Painter, full-time, Carlow University, Pittsburgh
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May 23, 2023Painter
Carlow University is currently accepting applications for a fulltime Painter to assist with an array of on campus projects on a regular basis.
Duties and Responsibilities:- Assist on-site preparations such as building scaffolding, covering fixtures etc.
- Prepare walls and other surfaces for painting by scraping, using sandpaper, removing old paint etc.
- Fill cracks and holes with appropriate material (e.g. plaster)
- Mix paint and other materials to prepare the right color or texture
- Paint surfaces according to instructions with various tools
- Apply stain, varnish and other finishes
- Take and adhere to all health and safety precautions
- Smooth or prep surfaces using sandpaper, wire brushes, or steel wool.
- Smooth surfaces using sandpaper, putty knives, wet sponge, etc.
- Cleaning and maintaining of all equipment necessary to perform any painting task.
- Remove old paint from surfaces using paint remover, scrapers, and wire brushes.
- Paint surfaces using brushes and paint rollers as necessary.
- Install and repair wall covering.
- Prepares drywall wall board system with smooth finish for paint.
- Select pre-mixed paints or prepare paint to match specified colors by blending and mixing required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances.
- Properly fill joints, nails and screw holes and cracks.
- Fill nail holes, patch cracks, fill open seams/joints, etc. with caulking, putty, plaster, or other filler.
- Assist Maintenance team when needed
Experience Required:- Background with latex and oil-based paints and primers.
- Background in wood-staining.
- Drywall removal of damage drywall
- Prepare drywall for painting
- Experience with hand tools such as flat-head/phillips-head screwdrivers, hammers etc.
- Experience with power tools such as multi-tools, circular saws, power drills, nail guns, etc.
- Maintain painting in campus common areas, dorms, office, etc
- At least 4 years of Commercial and Resident painting experience
- Culture of integrity, dignity and respect for all
- Strong commitment to social justice
- Ethical forward-thinking leadership
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits package
- Tuition benefits for undergraduate and graduate programs
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Program
- Complimentary use of Carlow’s fitness center and amenities
Carlow University employees commit themselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct. They commit to act with integrity, treat others with respect and dignity, carefully steward the University's resources, avoid conflicts of interest or commitment, maintain confidentiality, and to comply with legal and professional obligations. Carlow University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We strive for a campus that reflects our urban setting and is inclusive of underrepresented groups to enhance our University community.
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature, working conditions and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, working conditions and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. In lieu of education and experience noted, an equivalent combination of the two may be considered.
Apply for the position on the Carlow University web page:
https://www.carlow.edu/about/employment/