Painter Trainer (94414BR)

Yale University; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Painter Trainer to lead and mentor aspiring painters in a dynamic academic environment. This role involves providing comprehensive training and evaluations, ensuring quality standards in painting services, and fostering a culture of safety and excellence. Join a team that values collaboration and innovation, where your expertise will shape the next generation of skilled tradespeople. If you are passionate about teaching and have a keen eye for detail, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of painting trade experience required.
• Ability to train and evaluate lower labor grade painters.
• Must possess a valid Connecticut OSHA 10 certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing training for Painter Trainees.
• Perform painting services and minor repairs across the University.
• Ensure safety standards and practices are always observed.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service Skills

Color Matching

Training Ability

Education

High School Diploma

Journeyman Level Painter Certification

Tools

Ladders

Scaffolding

Spray Paint Equipment

Job description

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Work Week

Flexible or Non-Standard (for anything other than Standard)

University Job Title

Painter Trainer

Bargaining Unit

L35 - Local 35 (Yale Union Group)

Time Type

Full time

Compensation Grade

Labor Grade 11

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Facilities, Physical Plant

Total # of hours to be worked:

40

Work Days/Hours (Other Than Standard)

Mon-Fri 7:50am-4:20pm

Work Week

Flexible or Non-Standard (for anything other than Standard)

Work Location

Central Campus

Worksite Address

344 Winchester Avenue

New Haven, CT 06511

Work Model

On-site

Position Focus

Provide painting services throughout the University including minor repairs to walls, interior and exterior surfaces, paper hanging, and preps paint for all surfaces. This position is directly responsible to provide ongoing daily training, review and evaluation for all aspects of the Painting Trade and fulfillment of the Yale University Painter Training Program. Works closely with supervisor(s) on all three campuses to ensure successful transition, knowledge and experience growth from lower labor grade painter trainees through to journeyman level painter equivalent.

Essential Duties

• Performs assignments under limited supervision. 2. Trains, reviews and directs the work of employees under the direction of the supervisor. 3. Provides training and review of L35 Painter Trainees (e.g. LG5, LG7, LG9) within the three (3) year Yale Painter Training program. 4. Under the direction of the supervisor, assumes general responsibilities for the training program, implements and provides recommendations regarding classroom and practical application testing. 5. Under the direction of the supervisor, assumes general responsibility for the completion of assignments. 6. Determines the manpower and material requirements and the means and methods to be used in accomplishing work assignments. 7. Secures materials/ supplies and equipment. 8. Mixes and/or matches colors required for job as needed. 9. Has skill set to spray paint, walls, ceilings and clear finishes used on doors and furniture 10. Makes minor repairs to puttied windows and doors with normal glass. 11. Prepares and paints surfaces such as wood/ metal/ plaster and sheetrock. 12. Hangs wallpaper. 13. Strips trim, doors and furniture and is also capable of refinishing furniture. 14. Sets up scaffold as required in compliance with all safety guidelines. 15. Maintains clean work area and/or clean job site. 16. Observes all safety standards and practices always. 17. Directs and trains lower labor grade employees, and sometimes equal labor grade. 18. Performs related duties as required or assigned within job classification.
  
  

Required Education And Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent. 2. Journeyman Level Painter with six (6) or more years of painting trade experience.
  
  

Required Skill/Ability 1

Trains, reviews and evaluates L35 Painter Trainees and Painters of all Labor Grades.

Required Skill/Ability 2

Ability to read, write and follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Required Skill/Ability 3

Portrays excellent attention to detail and exemplary customer service skills and/or willingness to assist and/or work with others. Demonstrated regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.

Required Skill/Ability 4

Must be able to interrelate with fellow employees as needed to get the job done. Must treat fellow employees, students, staff and visitors to the University with respect.

Required Skill/Ability 5

Ability to accurately and visibly identify color match before repainting.

Required Licenses Or Certifications

• Must have Driver’s license valid in the State of Connecticut. 2. Must hold a valid Connecticut OSHA 10 certificate. 3. Journeyman Level Painter with ten (10) or more years’ Training experience.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• This is a maintenance position requiring physical exertion. Ability to lift, move and carry furniture, equipment, trash /debris and other trade materials up to 50 pounds without assistance and within the normal capacity of the job. 2. Ability to climb a ladder and/or scaffolding as dictated by job requirements and safety standards. 3. Ability to climb and descend stairs, stoop, bend, and/or squat. 4. Ability to work in confined areas. 5. Frequent stooping, bending, sustained work while kneeling and/or squatting. 6. Works inside and outside in all types of weather and temperatures. 7. Moves both arms and shoulders in full and extended motion while working with heavy tools, equipment and materials. 8. Ability to perform sustained work while bending over and repeatedly lifting materials. 9. Drives to assigned work areas. 10. Sustained overhead work. 11. Performs work in dusty and dirty environments.
  
  

Drug Screen

No

Health Screening

No

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Additional Background Or Health Screening Requirements

Selected incumbent must have successful completion of a DMV check and a valid driver’s license.

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement

The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

Note

Yale University is a tobacco-free campus

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Higher Education

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