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Painter

Marymount University | Arlington, VA

Posted Date 4/03/2025
Description

Job Description Summary

Under the general supervision of the Grounds and Maintenance Supervisor the incumbent is responsible for providing support to properties managed by Marymount Management Company. The Painter performs the full range of journey level functions as required. In addition to performing project related painting work, the incumbent performs job site evaluations, assigns available resources, monitors job progress, inspects the work performed and assumes responsibility for communicating job related problems to appropriate supervisor levels and/or resolves on-site concerns. In addition to patching and painting of walls, doors, ceilings, etc., duties include painting or finishing/refinishing of furniture, including use of spray booth and related equipment. Main duties include performance of all interior and exterior painting functions, acting as a liaison between contractor’s and the University for specific major maintenance projects, assignment and distribution of material to contractors and subsequent evaluation of work.

 

Shift:
Works variable hours including evenings and weekends depending on project and availability of work area.

Qualifications

Required/Preferred

Working knowledge of materials, equipment and tools of the painter's trade, including special knowledge of spray booth and related equipment and furniture (re) finishing.

Required

Working knowledge of trade related safety practices and methods, both standard and special practices related to spray booth and equipment.

Required

Skill in reading work project specifications and technical trade related manuals; and work instruction from supervisor, written in Standard English text.

Required

Skill in using Basic English words and phrases and trade related technical vocabulary to complete forms, prepare job status reports and cost estimates.

Required

Demonstrated ability to coordinate work activities with other crew members.

Required

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with interpersonal skills. Interact effectively and diplomatically with team members, peers, supervisors and all levels of University personnel.

Required

Ability to speak on a one to one basis or in a small group setting, using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to: explain work assignments, department policies and procedures; obtain information from team members or supervisor or relay operational information as appropriate.

Required

Skill in prioritizing assignments to complete work projects in a timely manner when there are heavy or fluctuating workloads, pressures of deadlines and/or competing requirements.

Required

Skill in working independently and following through on assignments with minimal direction.

Required

Skill in coordinating work activities with other crew members.

Required

Skill in estimating time and material requirements for projects.

Required

Skill in mixing paints, varnishes, pigments and drying substances to match desired color and viscosity.

Required

Knowledge of fire, safety and building codes.

Required

Ability to stand, crawl, walk and stoop, push, pull and lift/lower objects weighing up to 50 lbs from floor to waist high and rotate upper torso. Ability to lift material and parts, up to 50lbs from shoulder to above head while standing on a ladder. Willingness to work in dirty or noisy conditions, in wet or humid weather or in extreme temperatures.

Required

Ability to drive a pick-up truck or van. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's license.

Marymount provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 

Job Type
Full-time

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