Technical Coatings Specialist

Job Posting Title:

Technical Coatings Specialist

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Hiring Department:

Project Management and Construction Services

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

The University of Texas at Austin's Planning, Design and Construction team seeks an individual to serve as a Technical Coatings Specialist in the Paint & Sign Shop.  You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research.  If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin.  UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package, including but not limited to:  

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan; employees contribute 8.25%  of their eligible earnings on a pre-tax basis each pay period and UT contributes an additional 8.00%
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin Cap Metro buses with staff ID card
• For more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards .

    
Selection made by committee and hiring supervisor based on review of online applications and results of personal interviews.  Some evening, weekend, and holiday work required.

Purpose

Provide journey-level skills in the application of paints and special coatings to buildings, cabinetry, and equipment in support of campus facility renovation, maintenance, and repair projects. Assist in the fabrication and installation of interior and exterior signage and graphics, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and apply various technical coatings, including paints, varnishes, stains, and epoxies to interior and exterior building surfaces and equipment utilizing brush, roller, or spray gun. Assist other shop trades personnel with project-related duties and in support of campus special events.
• Clean, sand, and prime surfaces for paint and other finishes. Tape and float drywall; apply texture in preparation for painting.
• Prepare and apply furniture-grade finishes to cabinetry and millwork using brush, roller, or spray gun as appropriate to meet project specifications.
• Inspect completed work for conformance with drawings and specifications, and compliance with applicable building and safety codes, and regulations.
• Participate in the operation and maintenance of Paint & Sign Shop, including clean and maintain shop space, tools, equipment, vehicles, and supplies.
• Drive UT vehicle to deliver personnel, equipment, and materials to job sites. Accomplish basic shop paperwork and electronic documents, including records for materials used, daily labor reports, and weekly time reports. Additional duties include assisting the signage team, as needed.
• Wear, maintain, and properly use personal protective equipment and other designated safety equipment to ensure personal, coworker, and client safety. Maintain a safe work environment in shop area and at job site.
• Practice and promote the values and goals of the university and the department. Drive UT vehicle to visit job sites and purchase materials and equipment. Attend management-directed meetings and training. Accomplish other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High school graduation or GED. Three years experience as a journey-level painter. Two years experience in application of technical coatings. Two years experience taping and floating sheetrock.  Before final offer can be made, successful applicant must provide a current driver's license and acceptable driving record for the most recent