Plasterers - Facility Services HVAC 302-06

Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh is seeking a Journeyman plasterer to repair holes in walls and ceilings and prepare areas for painting. You will read blueprints, determine materials, and complete work orders while traveling to different Authority properties.

Essentials include a four-year apprenticeship or equivalent, a valid PA driver’s license, and basic computer skills to use Word, Excel and Outlook. Equity and safety are emphasized across all tasks.

Qualifications

• Journeyman plasterer with the completion of a four-year apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and be insurable under the Authority’s plan; use of a vehicle during work hours.
• Knowledge of plastering and drywall processes and safe material handling.
• Ability to read and apply blueprints/schematics and complete paperwork per standards.

Responsibilities

• Assess damage area and determine materials needed.
• Knowledge of plastering and drywall processes and proper handling of materials.
• Read blueprints/schematics and specifications.
• Complete work orders and other required paperwork.
• Travel to various Authority properties to oversee maintenance projects.

Skills

Plastering

Drywall

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Education

Four-year plastering apprenticeship

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

Summary

Under the general supervision of the field maintenance supervisor repairs small and large holes in walls and ceilings...Prepares areas so they are ready to be painted. Clean area following completion.

All activities must support the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh (“HACP” or “Authority”) mission, strategic goals and objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties and skills may be required and assigned, as needed.

• Assess damage area and determine the appropriate materials needed.
• Knowledge of plastering and drywall processes and proper handling of materials used in making plasters.
• Knowledge of all safety rules and practices pertaining to the trade.
• Ability to read and apply blue prints/schematics and specifications.
• Complete work orders and other required paperwork in accordance with HACP standards.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Education and/or Experience

Journeyman plasterer with the completion of a four-year apprenticeship program or the equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and be insurable under the Authority’s plan. .Must possess a valid driver’s license and use of a vehicle during work hours.

Technical Skills

Knowledge of plastering and drywall processes and proper handling of materials. The employee should have basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel and Outlook). Must have the ability to learn other computer software programs as required by assigned tasks.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to travel to various Authority properties to oversee maintenance projects. Daily movements include sitting; standing; reaching and grasping; operating computers and other office equipment; moving about the properties; and attending on-site meetings and off-site meetings. The employee must be able to exchange information in person, in writing, and via telephone. The employee must occasionally transport up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position generally works on Authority properties, which may cause the employee to experience a range in temperatures and other weather conditions. The noise level may be loud and the environment may be more hazardous than a standard office environment. This position may be required to work with contractors as well as Authority residents.

Employees must have access to 24 hour reliable internet service. Employees must also have reliable transportation to and from work, as well as, to get to and from multiple HACP locations based on business needs and assignments.

The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh (HACP) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) 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.