Painter Module C

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California (USC) is seeking a Painter Module C within the Facilities Planning and Management – Zones Maintenance team in Los Angeles. The role provides leadership to journeymen and technicians, performs standard painting tasks, and estimates materials required for projects.

Training staff and maintaining safety practices are essential components of the job. Working hours are Monday to Friday 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent required.
• Combined experience/education may substitute minimum education.
• Experience performing standard trade-related procedures, with knowledge of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Experience in matching colors and painting procedures.
• Valid California driver’s license; DMV Pull Notice System may apply.
• Commitment to USC’s Unifying Values.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to journeymen and Zone Maintenance Technicians.
• Perform standard painting procedures and related tasks from blueprints and plans.
• Estimate materials required for specific job components.
• Train journeymen and other staff in required skills.
• Prepare reports and maintenance records as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Color matching

Blueprints interpretation

Education

High school or equivalent

Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Job description

Capitalizing on over 140 years of history and tradition in downtown Los Angeles, the University of Southern California (USC) has embarked on an unprecedented period of expansion. USC is now poised to take its place as the preeminent research institution of the 21st-century and we are looking for skilled, motivated professionals to help forge the future of higher education.

The USC department of Facilities Planning and Management (FPM) – Zones Maintenance is seeking a Painter Module C to join its team.

THE WORK YOU WILL DO

The Painter Module C is responsible for providing leadership and guidance to journeymen and Zone Maintenance Technicians. Performs standard painting procedures. Determines the need to repair and/or replace equipment. Estimates materials required for specific job components. Participates in the Painter Pay for Knowledge and Skills Program including on-the-job training. Performs all appropriate module tasks and demonstrates proficiency as outlined in the Painter Pay for Skills section, independently or as part of a team, as assigned by the supervisor. Trains journeymen and other employees’ specific skills and tasks as required.

The Painter Module C:

• Performs standard paint, furniture refinishing and decorating tasks. Works from blueprints, specifications and plans.

• Performs plaster repair and other related types of repair.

• Finishes drywall (taping).

• Estimates materials required for specific job components.

• Matches colors.

• Maintains clean job site throughout duration and cleans up job site following work completion. Maintains safe working conditions for self and others. Stores and maintains supplies, tools and equipment.

• Trains other journeymen, Zone Maintenance Technicians, or other employees’ specific skills and tasks, as required. Identifies additional training or defines needs for new or continuing training that would benefit staff.

• Prepares reports and/or maintenance records, as needed.

• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

The work schedule for this position is Monday to Friday 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM; however, work schedules may change at any time to accommodate business needs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate for the position of Painter Module C meets the following preferred criteria:

• Apprenticeship Program (4 year - Completion)

• Related undergraduate study

• 5 years as a journeyman

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates for the position of Painter Module C must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• High school or equivalent

• Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

• Experience performing standard trade-related procedures. General knowledge of trade-related methods, materials, tools, and equipment.

• Experience in matching colors.

• Familiar with other trades. Familiar with city and state building codes, OSHA rules and regulations, standard safety practices and equipment, and other requirements for workplace safety. Familiar with painting and gas codes.

• Valid CA driver’s license required. Position will participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice System. A copy of DMV record will be required as a final condition of employment. For more information, please visit the policy website.

• In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values.

The hourly rate range for this position is $x27.47 - $38.78. When determining an offer, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills, internal peer alignment, applicable laws, contractual requirements, grant funding, and market conditions.

About Facilities Planning and Management (FPM)****:

FPM (formerly named Capital Construction & Development / Facilities Management Services) is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is also dedicated to creating a safe environment for our USC community. Woven into every service, safety is of upmost importance. As FPM, this group of innovative and talented professionals provide high quality facilities construction, operations and maintenance services at USC and serve as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values.

Come and join the FPM team – a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence.

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Minimum Education: High school or equivalent
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Work Experience: 5 years
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum work experience

Minimum Field of Expertise:
Experience performing standard trade-related procedures. General knowledge of trade-related methods, materials, tools, and equipment. Experience in matching colors. Familiar with other trades. Familiar with city and state building codes, OSHA rules and regulations, standard safety practices and equipment, and other requirements for workplace safety. Familiar with painting and gas codes.
Valid California driver’s license.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the** Background Screening Policy Appendix D****for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

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