Job Details

Tradesperson - Paint Shop

Position Number: 7335118
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Facilities Management

Tradesperson - Paint Shop
Lubbock
45408BR
Ops Div Facilities Maintenance

Position Description
Safely performs journeyperson level tasks in the fabrication, construction, maintenance, alteration and repair of fixtures, equipment, structures, buildings, and built-in components for Texas Tech facilities. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the Department and/or College

Major/Essential Functions

Supports the Continuous Improvement philosophy of the Operations Division and complies with the OD Safety Program to include all safety and health rules, regulations, and operating policies and procedures.
Complies with all attendance policies and guidelines.
Maintains vehicle, tools, equipment, and materials in an orderly and safe condition. Operates vehicles including pickups, trucks, and vans. Secures vehicle, equipment, and areas of operation.
Attends scheduled meetings and training as required to maintain technical skills and qualifications.
Provides after hours overtime work as required. Participates in emergency call-back roster on a rotating basis.
Maintains professional personal appearance.
Maintains records of materials and labor expended for each project or job assignment. Assesses job or project material requirements and prepares requisition for materials from supply warehouse or vendor.
Mixes and matches paint, varnish, lacquer, shellac, or other finishes. Refinishes and restores interior and exterior painted surfaces including modifications or alterations to buildings. Refinishes furniture, cabinets, shelves, table tops, and other furnishings.
Performs painting tasks including preparation of various types of surfaces by scraping, sanding, cleaning, applying paint, varnish, lacquer, shellac, or other finishes.
Advises shop foreperson on job or project status and operational problems.
Trains personnel in the apprenticeship training program and temporary laborers on job-related maintenance tasks.
Completes other tasks as assigned by shop foreman.

Required Qualifications
Proficiency in written and mathematical skills as may be reflected in the completion of high school or equivalent.

This position requires eligibility to drive TTU vehicles, including a valid U.S. driver license and two years of driving experience.

Preferred Qualifications
Minimum three (3) years experience as a journeyperson-level painter. Accredited journeyperson-level certified training as a painter can be substituted for work experience on a year-by-year basis.

Pay Range
$15.14 - $19.71 - $24.23

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.