Painter - Rock Eagle 4-H Center

Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number S10853P
Working Title Painter - Rock Eagle 4-H Center
Department CAES-Rock Eagle 4-H Center
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Posting Type External
Retirement Plan TRS
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
Schedule may vary with guest and activities on center. Work week may include
evenings and weekend rotation.
Advertised Salary Beginning at $33,000.00
Posting Date 08/14/2023
Open until filled Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date 09/01/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy Rock Eagle 4-H Center
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Position Information
Classification Title Skilled Craftsperson
FLSA Non-Exempt
FTE 1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, formal training programs, or on-the-job training. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary
This individual paints walls, equipment, buildings, bridges, and other structural surfaces, using brushes, rollers, and spray guns. Task will include varnishing, staining, shellacking desks, doors, cabinets, moldings and floors. The painter will also remove old paint to prepare surfaces prior to painting and may mix colors or oils to obtain a desired color or consistency. The painter maintains all interior and exterior finished surfaces including sheet rock repair. This person will protect non-target areas as necessary with tarps, plastic and drop cloths. Operation and use of a scissor lift to reach elevated surfaces will be required. It is expected the painter will make use of all the proper PPE such as Tyvek suits, face shields, goggles, respirators, gloves, chemical spill kits, etc.
The painter will maintain accurate records of color codes for each building. They will also maintain up to date inventories of supplies and materials related to paints and stains. This position will involve the use of a P-Card. The person in this role will also assist with updating Safety Data Sheets across the center for all materials.
The painter will assist with cleaning windows, building eaves, doors, entry ways and pressure washing buildings and sidewalks.
This employee will be a member of the maintenance department. All maintenance team members assist with responding to work orders, general maintenance, and assisting with emergency repairs across the 4-H center.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Solid communication skills and willingness to interact in a positive way with guests are necessary.
• The person in this role must be able to self-initiate and work independently.
• All Rock Eagle 4-H Center staff should be service oriented.
• Ability to obtain Certified Pool Operators certification. General knowledge of heavy equipment operation.
• Willingness to acquire other professional certifications (Drinking/ Waste Water, Underground Tanks, Pesticides, CDL-A, Certified Pool Operator, etc.)

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry ladders and paint buckets.
• Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P-Card? Yes
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? Yes
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities

• Cleans and prepares surfaces to be painted by use of sandpaper, steel wool or soap and water; sandblasting and pressure washing surfaces preparatory to painting.
• Finish sheet rock as needed.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

• Paints interior and exterior walls and ceilings of buildings with brush roller or spray gun, as needed.
• May varnish, stain, shellac or otherwise finish desks, doors, cabinets, moldings and floors.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

• Cleans and trims windows and doors.
• Caulks cracks and glazes windows.
• Cleans entry ways and building eaves.
• Pressure washing buildings and sidewalks.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs any other type of work related to building maintenance, work orders, and emergency repairs assigned by supervisor.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

• Ordering supplies maintaining inventories.
• Maintaining accurate records of color codes for each building.

Percentage of time 5 Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Dwayne Jones
Recruitment Contact Email
Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents Optional Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Portfolio