POSITION: PAINTER
SALARY RANGE: C16 $48,830.38 - $68,696.71
LOCATION: FCM-MAINTENANCE
RESPONSIBILITIES: Under direction, applies paint, and other coating materials to various surfaces from ground level and/or scaffolds, platforms, and ladders at various heights, using brushes, rollers, and spray guns; follows accepted methods and uses proper materials and/or tools in order to prepare various surfaces for painting; cares for and cleans standard painting tools. Prepares surfaces utilizing various methods which may include sandpaper, wire brushes, or steel wool, and removes loose and old paint from surfaces using paint remover, scrapes, or wire brushes to properly coat, cover and adhere to the surface.Fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with putty, spackle, or other fillers to make a suitable surface for the finish coat. Uses premixed paints or prepares paints to match specific colors by mixing required portions of tints and colorants to obtain proper colors, hues, and shades. Thins, stirs, and mixes paint to obtain proper consistency. Applies paint or other coating materials to various surfaces with brushes, rollers, and spray guns, and observes that the paint finish meets surface protection requirements. Applies various coating materials such as varnish, stain, shellac, lacquer or enamel using brushes and/or other related tools, methods and techniques to refinish cabinets, desks, chairs, or doors, or to decorate and protect interior or exterior surface, trim, and fixtures of buildings, and other structures. Paints various surfaces including cramped and hard to reach places, from ladders scaffolds, and platforms at varied heights, using brushes, rollers, or spray guns. Erects various types of scaffolding such as prefabricated metal or aluminum, wooden and/or swing stages (suspended by ropes or cables attached to roof hooks or outriggers), "A" ladders, window jacks, or ladder jacks, or ladder jacks by following standard methods to paint tall buildings and structures. Receives oral and written work orders outlining the work to be done and methods to be used to accomplish the job according to specifications. Cleans and cares for brushes, rollers, and other equipment using water, turpentine, paint thinner, or other cleaning materials. Does related work as required

REQUIREMENTS: The painter position is a recognized trade and the journeyman obtains expertise through apprenticeship or equivalent experience in which the tools, techniques, and materials, associated with the work as learned. The painter works under the general supervision of a Foreman M/W or other appropriate supervisor, moves from job to job, and works both inside and outside using materials and techniques appropriate to each specific job. The painter may work alone or as a member of a group. The individual uses some independent judgement in determining how surfaces should be prepared, receiving job assignments from the supervisor who is also consulted as needed on job requirements; desired, etc. Depending on the job size, difficulty, and/ or special problems, the work may be checked while in progress or after completion. Ability to work from various elevations. Ability to rig scaffolding at various elevations.
EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of experience in work involving the painting and repainting of the interior and exterior of buildings and structures. NOTE: Applicants not having the experience may meet the requirements if they have the following: Successful completion of an apprentice painting program approved by the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training.
LICENSE: Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Provisional appointment pending an examination given by the Civil Service Commission.
New Residency Law
“Effective September 1, 2011 all employees of State and Local Government must reside in the State of New Jersey, unless exempted under law. If you already work for State or local government as of September 1, 2011, and you do not live in New Jersey, you are not required to move to New Jersey. However, if you begin your office, position or employment on September 1, 2011 or later, you must reside in New Jersey. If you do not reside in New Jersey, you have one year after the date you take your office, position or employment to relocate your residence to New Jersey. If you do not do so, you are subject to removal from your office, position or employment."
We offer a competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
New Jersey City University is an equal opportunity institution encouraging a diverse pool of applicants.
SAME Applicants: Candidates applying under the New Jersey “SAME” program, must include a Schedule A or B letter with other supporting documents (resume, proof of degree, etc.) by the closing date indicated above. For more information, please visit https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml , email: SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (833) 691-0404
New Jersey City University is a Tobacco and Smoke Free Campus. For the health of our employees, students and visitors, smoking, vaping and tobacco use is not permitted on campus. This includes all buildings, grounds and parking lots.
CUT-OFF DATE FOR FILING APPLICATIONS: Open Until Filled
New Jersey City University (NJCU) is not accepting applications from third party recruiters for this position. Any resumes, curriculum vitae or applications submitted to NJCU for this position shall be deemed the property of NJCU and no commissions or referral fees shall be paid.