Job description

The Claremont Colleges Services (TCCS) is the central coordinating and support organization for a highly regarded cluster of seven independent colleges known as The Claremont Colleges. TCCS with a staff of 300, provides exceptional shared services to 9,000 students, and almost 3,600 faculty and staff. TCCS staff work in both student-facing services as well as administrative and operational services. Our numerous departments are located throughout The Claremont Colleges campus in the beautiful city of Claremont, California.

ABOUT THE POSITION :
The Central Facilities Services department of The Claremont Colleges Services seeks a dependable professional for the position of Painter.

Highlights

Excellent benefits, including 10% retirement contributions (no matching required)!
Enjoy generous paid time off, including for the winter holidays.
Work a steady 40-hour week, plus occasional overtime work.

Reporting to the Carpenter and Key Shop Supervisor, the Painter performs a variety of interior and exterior painting services on buildings, facilities, equipment, fixtures, furniture, and road surfaces. Complete preparation tasks before painting, such as cleaning and patching surfaces, and erecting interior and exterior rigging.

Essential Functions :
Apply coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect interior and exterior surfaces, trimmings and fixtures of buildings, furniture, and other structures using brushes, spray gun, and/or paint roller.
Prepare surfaces for painting and finishes to produce a fine finish. Use sandpaper, brushes, or steel wool. Remove old paint and finishes from surfaces using paint remover, scraper, wire brush, blowtorch, or waterblast. Fill in nail holes, cracks, and joints with putty, plaster, or other filler, and patch plaster. Tape, top, texture, and finish drywall.
Select premixed paints to match specified colors.
Select the most appropriate and efficient method for the type of surface/structure.
Hang wallpaper and other decorative or protective coverings.
Erect interior and exterior rigging for normal work. Install replacement glazing, glass, and mirrors.
Maintain brushes and shop equipment. Thoroughly clean tools and equipment after use on every job.
Use protective clothing, safety equipment, and respirators.
Follow proper procedure and comply with applicable Cal/OSHA and OSHA requirements as applicable to work.
Maintain an organized and safe work environment.
Provide support to the Utility Shop and Central Facilities Services department.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: The regular hours for this full-time position are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. May be required to work holiday, weekend, and/or evening hours. Regular hours may vary due to the needs of the organization or business unit.

Vaccination : TCCS requires the COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. New employees are required to present evidence of complete COVID-19 vaccination within 30 calendar days of hire, unless a medical or religious accommodation or exemption is requested and granted.

COMPENSATION

Pay : The pay rate for this position is $23.00 per hour.

Benefits : We are delighted to offer a generous and comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance,

10% retirement contributions (no matching required),

Tuition benefits for you and your dependents,

11 paid holidays plus paid winter closure dates,

Accrue up to 22 days of paid vacation per year,

Group life insurance equal to your annualized salary,

Professional development funds,

Discounts for mobile plans, software, and entertainment,

Access to free gym and fitness facilities,

Employee-funded home, auto, and pet insurance,

Employee-funded identify theft protection and legal assistance,

and more!

For more information about our full range of generous benefits please visit https://services.claremont.edu/benefits-administration/ . Benefits are subject to the terms and conditions in the plan or policy documents.

ABOUT YOU

You are a great team player, dependable, and have a positive attitude. You are comfortable working with diverse individuals and are courteous and helpful when interacting with customers.

Education and Experience : You have a high school diploma or the equivalent, plus at least two (2) years of experience applying the techniques of the trade.

License : You must have a valid driver's license and a driving record acceptable to TCC's automobile liability insurance provider.

In addition, you must have:
Strong mathematical skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, determine linear measurements, compute areas and volumes of conventional shapes and forms, and compute approximate weight of objects.

Fluent English language skills, including ability to speak, read, comprehend, and write.

The ability to work productively and effectively without continuous supervision.

The ability to and willingness to work overtime and to be on-call.

The ability to work in a safe manner, follow proper procedures, and comply with Cal/OSHA and OSHA requirements as applicable to work.

Basic skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Effective and professional communication skills with a diverse population of team members, contract personnel, and other internal and external contacts.

The ability to present a neat and professional appearance and be capable of performing all tasks and presenting oneself in a manner that reflects favorably on CFS and TCCS, and of promoting the interests of these organizations throughout The Claremont Colleges and TCCS.

Physical Requirements : This is a very physical job. You must have the physical ability to:

Climb ladders, crawl in attics and under buildings.

Lift and carry heavy equipment.

Bend, stoop, work from heights, and work in uncomfortable positions.

Wear protective clothing and equipment as required by the tasks being performed.

TO APPLY

Applications are only accepted through our applicant portal at https://theclaremontcolleges.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/TCCS_Careers .

Additional Materials : Please have the following items as a Word or PDF file ready to upload in order to complete your application:

Resume

(Optional) Cover Letter : Include details about any special training, experience, or skills relevant for this Painter position.

ADA/OSHA:
This job description defines the essential job duties of this position. The Claremont Colleges Services expects that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Disclaimer:
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. When duties and responsibilities change and develop, The Claremont Colleges Services will review this job description and make changes of business necessity.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
TCCS is an equal opportunity employer. TCCS managers make employment decisions on the basis of merit, with the aim to have the best available person in every job. TCCS prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), national origin or ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), military or veteran status, and status with regard to public assistance, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation. TCCS also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of these characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of these characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful.

To apply, visit https://theclaremontcolleges.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TCCS_Careers/job/Claremont/Painter--Onsite-_REQ-5485

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