Painter

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, three years experience in the painting trade and possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Preferred Qualifications Job Description Summary The University of South Alabama’s Maintenance Paint Department is seeking to hire a Painter.

Interested candidates should apply to be considered. Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position. Essential Functions

• Prepares and cleans surfaces by use of sandpaper, scrapers, sanding machines, and paint remover.
• Mixes paints and allied products.
• Caulks windows and other openings when required.
• Applies undercoats and finished coats of paints by way of brush, rollers, and spray equipment. Repairs and plasters holes in walls.
• Constructs scaffolding.
• Uses ladders and scaffolds up to 40 feet high to paint inside or outside of buildings.
• Uses university vehicle to transport equipment; moves materials and equipment weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) Health Insurance Short Term Disability Life Insurance Education Benefit Retirement Plan Memberships and Events Student Loan Forgiveness Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees earn paid time off (PTO) as they work.

PTO can be used for vacation, holidays, sick days and personal days. Each year, employees can choose to cash out up to 80 hours of available PTO the following calendar year.

Health Insurance New employees health, dental, and pharmacy benefits are effective the first day of the month following hire date.

Short Term Disability This free benefit provides income support for those who are out of work for a medical reason, such as illness, accident or maternity.

After a seven-day waiting period, it provides a 60-percent wage replacement, up to $1,000 per week for 90 days. Life Insurance USA Health provides a free term life insurance policy for our employees based on annual salary.

Policies for spouse and dependents are also included. Additional coverage can be purchased for employee, spouse and dependents.

Education Benefit University of South Alabama offers a credit on tuition each semester for employees, spouse, and dependents after just six months of employment.

Retirement Plan USA Health offers a 5% matching retirement account and other non-matching account choices. Included with this benefit is a free individual session with a financial planner.

Memberships and Events Employees can join USA’s state-of-the-art recreation center for a nominal fee. USA football season tickets are available at a discount, and employees can attend all other USA sporting events for free.

Student Loan Forgiveness As an employee of a government or not-for-profit organization, you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the U.S. Department of Education.