Maintenance Worker III - Painter

UT Tyler; Texas; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

The University of Texas Permian Basin invites applications for a Maintenance Worker III - Painter to perform skilled painting, surface prep, repair, and general maintenance across campus facilities.

Responsibilities include painting walls, floors, ceilings, doors and frames, drywall patching, texturing, and estimating materials, with on-call and emergency response as needed to support campus operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three years of experience performing installation, operation, construction, maintenance, or repair work in a related field.
• Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• Vocational training or completion of a recognized apprenticeship program.
• More than five years of experience as a journey level craft worker.

Responsibilities

• Perform painting work on walls, floors, ceilings, metal doors, frames, and other assigned surfaces.
• Prepare surfaces for painting, staining, repair, or finishing work.
• Perform drywall patching, texturing, wood staining, and related surface repair work.
• Estimate time and materials needed to complete painting, repair, or maintenance projects.
• Assist with general maintenance duties involving carpentry, electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems as assigned.
• Perform related maintenance duties and special projects as assigned by the department director.
• Complete urgent or emergency repairs during assigned on call periods and return to campus when needed during those periods.
• Participate as part of the emergency response team when assigned.
• Provide snow and ice removal support when necessary.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Three years of related maintenance experience

Job description

The University of Texas Permian Basin's Physical Plant welcomes applications for the position of Maintenance Worker III - Painter

Salary Range

Essential Functions

The Maintenance Worker III, Painter performs skilled painting, surface preparation, repair, and general maintenance work in support of campus facilities and Physical Plant operations. This position routinely paints walls, floors, ceilings, metal doors, and frames, and performs related work such as drywall patching, texturing, staining wood, estimating time and materials, and completing assigned special projects. The role may also assist with general maintenance work involving carpentry, electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems as needed. This position supports campus operations through regular maintenance, urgent repairs, on call response, emergency response activities, and weather related support when assigned.

• Perform painting work on walls, floors, ceilings, metal doors, frames, and other assigned surfaces.
• Prepare surfaces for painting, staining, repair, or finishing work.
• Perform drywall patching, texturing, wood staining, and related surface repair work.
• Estimate time and materials needed to complete assigned painting, repair, or maintenance projects.
• Assist with general maintenance duties involving carpentry, electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems as assigned.
• Perform related maintenance duties and special projects as assigned by the department director.
• Complete urgent or emergency repairs during assigned on call periods and return to campus when needed during those periods.
• Participate as part of the emergency response team when assigned.
• Provide snow and ice removal support when necessary.
• Perform duties outside of a specific licensed trade when assigned and appropriate to the needs of the department.
• The job description is not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three (3) years of experience performing installation, operation, construction, maintenance, or repair work in a field related to the work performed.
• Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational training or completion of a recognized apprenticeship program.
• More than Five (5) years of experience as a journey level craft worker.

Additional Information

Required Application Materials

• Cover Letter
• Résumé
• List of References
• Transcripts (Preferred)
• Letters of Recommendation (Preferred)

Conditions of Employment

• The job description is not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor.
• Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance.
• Once hired, the prospective employee must present documentation within three (3) days of the hire date to establish their identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire. UTPB participates in e-Verify.
• Employees must be able and willing to travel and perform duties away from campus as necessary and must be able to operate a licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle, and possess a valid state driver’s license. Must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record.
• Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• UT Permian Basin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Schedule

Generally, the normal work hours for the university are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 – 5:30 pm; Friday, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm with a one-hour lunch. The individual holding this position may need to be available early morning, evening, and on weekends to meet the needs of the department. Hours worked may differ with some departments.

Standard Working Conditions

• Able to lift various materials up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Able to bend, crouch, and reach continuously.
• Physically able remain seated, frequently to continuously.
• Able to remain standing up to 15% of the time.
• Possesses dexterity abilities required to perform job duties including extensive keyboard work, operating office equipment, performing filing, and other job-related responsibilities that include extensive wrist and hand movement.
• Standard working conditions may differ depending on department and occupation

University Benefits

• UT Permian Basin offers an excellent compensation package including heath, retirement, & fringe benefits for eligible employees.
• Coverage includes medical, prescriptions, life insurance, AD&D, and matching retirement provided by UTPB.
• You may also be eligible to add dental, vision, family coverage, & flex-spending accounts, additional retirement, and a few other coverages as options too.
• Fringe benefits include tuition reimbursement (after one year of service), wellness breaks, employee assistant program (EAP), and meal deals, among other perks and discounts!
• Our benefits package, along with an ample leave policy, make for a great total compensation package.

About the University

The University of Texas Permian Basin is located in Odessa, Texas. It was authorized by the Texas Legislature in 1969 and founded in 1973. The Permian Basin is one of the fastest-growing, culturally vibrant, economically invigorated regions of the country – full of industry, culture, and wide-open spaces. At the academic heart of this area sits The University of Texas Permian Basin – which every year, delivers smart, savvy leaders across the U.S.

As a regional, comprehensive institution, The University of Texas Permian Basin serves a diverse community of students from the region, the state, and beyond. Through excellence in student-centered teaching, learning, research, and public service, the University cultivates engaged citizens and impacts lives while advancing the technology and public interests of West Texas.

Our vision is that the University of Texas Permian Basin will be an innovative, responsive university that thinks large and lives local. We will lead in advancing education, research, economic competitiveness, and cultural enrichment. Visit our social media sites below for more information.

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