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Painter

Louisiana StaffingNew Iberia, LA, US
13 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Painter Position

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette New Iberia Research Center specializes in the breeding, management, and importation of a diverse range of nonhuman primate species and offers a broad range of diagnostic, laboratory, and human resources for the development and characterization of nonhuman primate models for applied and basic research aimed at promoting human quality of life. We operate diversified animal housing systems include indoor / outdoor cages for housing small non-human primates in large family groups, outdoor corncrib / mini crib combinations for housing macaque and Cercopithecine species, and indoor single housing units for all non-human primate species. We're looking for a Painter to join our New Iberia Research Center (NIRC) Team.

This painter position will be responsible for preparing and painting buildings, furniture, and other structures with brushes or spray applications.

Minimum Qualifications :

  • Two years of experience or training in the painting trade.

Job Duties :

  • Prepare surfaces by scraping, sanding, and applying filler or primer.
  • Apply paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or other finishes to equipment, buildings, or other structures using brushes, rollers, or spray guns.
  • Erect and dismantle scaffolding, ladders, and other equipment to access high areas.
  • Mix and match paint colors and finishes to achieve desired results.
  • Maintain tools and equipment in safe, clean working condition.
  • Follow safety procedures and applicable building codes.
  • Perform touch-ups and surface refinishing as needed.
  • Collaborate with other maintenance staff on multi-trade projects.
  • Position-Specific Details :

  • Appointment Type : Probational
  • Work Location : University of Louisiana at Lafayette's New Iberia Research Center
  • Compensation : Minimum hourly rate $19.67
  • How To Apply :

    No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

  • Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience / education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
  • Contact Information :

    For further information about this vacancy, contact :

    Taronsler Faye Cormier

    faye.cormier@louisiana.edu

    University of Louisiana at Lafayette Human Resources

    Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program :

    Insurance Coverage

    Parental Leave Up to six weeks paid parental leave

    Holidays and Leave State employees receive the following paid holidays each year :

  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
  • Mardi Gras
  • Good Friday
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Veteran's Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day
  • Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
  • State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

    Retirement State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to) : Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org), Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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