PAINTER - Bush Airport
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About the Department
Applications will be accepted from: All Persons interested Division/ Section: HAS Sm. Construction — Maintenance Workdays & Hours: Sunday — Thursday 6:00am — 2:30pm *(Subject to change) PURPOSE OF DIVISION The purpose of the Houston Airports (HAS) Maintenance business unit is to effectively deliver self-performed, and contracted, maintenance services at each of the three HAS airports. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION The Houston Airport System (HAS) Maintenance, Painter (Interior) is responsible to the Division Manager. Small Construction and Build Back Services, for the effective delivery of self performed small construction and build back services at each of the three Houston Airport System Airports (HAS). The purpose of this position is to ensure that the facilities, equipment, structures, and utilities are constructed, installed, and maintained in a manner commensurate with maximizing value to our customers. Functions are performed in a manner which applies the most innovation and appropriate engineering and financial principles. "Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within 6 months from the hire date." The Painter responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Reviews and implements work orders and assignments. Identifies, prepares, and obtains required materials, supplies and equipment to complete assignments. Performs general painting, restoration, and refinishing techniques, e.g., spray and brush painting, varnishing, priming, scraping, floating, and taping. Identifies, prepares, and obtains required materials, supplies and equipment to complete assignments. Repairs damaged surfaces. Mixes and blends paint to match colors. Uses a variety of hand and power tools. Maintains a safe and clean work area. WORKING CONDITIONS The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises, and minor burns. Requires the ability to make closely coordinated eye/hand movements within very fine tolerance and/or calibration demands; or the ability to make rapid closely coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within somewhat fine tolerance demands; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements within fine tolerances with large equipment as an extension of the worker.
Reviews and implements work orders and assignments.
Identifies, prepares, and obtains required materials, supplies and equipment to complete assignments.
Performs general painting, restoration, and refinishing techniques, e.g., spray and brush painting, varnishing, priming, scraping, floating, and taping.
Repairs damaged surfaces.
Mixes and blends paint to match colors.
Uses a variety of hand and power tools.
Maintains a safe and clean work area.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to read, write, add, subtract and follow oral and/or basic written instructions as might normally be acquired through (9) nine to (11) eleven years of formal schooling. No special knowledge of any subject area or technical field is required. EXPERIENCE Two years of experience as a painter are required. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving. May require a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an "H" endorsement for transporting hazardous material
Minimum Qualifications
- Preference will be given to applicants with experience in wood finishing, industrial painting and drywall experience. Some knowledge of associated building trades such as sheet rock and glazing is a plus. Knowledge of proper mixing and matching of paints and finishes; proper cleaning of supplies (brushes and equipment) l paints, varnishes, stains, enamels, lacquers and redecorates walls, floors, woodwork and fixtures of buildings using appropriate tools and techniques. **Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
- Preference will be given to applicants with experience in wood finishing, industrial painting and drywall experience.
- Some knowledge of associated building trades such as sheet rock and glazing is a plus.
- Knowledge of proper mixing and matching of paints and finishes; proper cleaning of supplies (brushes and equipment) l paints, varnishes, stains, enamels, lacquers and redecorates walls, floors, woodwork and fixtures of buildings using appropriate tools and techniques.
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
- The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - YES If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test. Pay Grade: 11 SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov . To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (281-233-1043). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. If you need special services or accommodations, call (281-233-1043). (TTY 7-1-1) Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDWLV_sJFoM . EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Benefits
- The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include: Medical Dental Vision Wellness Supplemental Insurance Life insurance Long-term disability Retirement pension 457 deferred compensation plan Employee Assistance Program 10 days of vacation each year 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday Compensable Sick Leave Personal Leave Flexible schedules Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions Professional development opportunities Transportation/parking plan Section 125 pretax deductions Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness
- Supplemental Insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Retirement pension
- 457 deferred compensation plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10 days of vacation each year
- 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
- Compensable Sick Leave
- Personal Leave
- Flexible schedules
- Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
- Professional development opportunities
- Transportation/parking plan
- Section 125 pretax deductions
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Supplemental Questions
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Yes
No
02
03
Less than 9th grade completion
9th, 11th, years of formal schooling.
High School Diploma/GED or beyond
04
05
Less than 2 years
2 years to 4 years
4 years or more
No Experience
06
07
My license is currently restricted, suspended or revoked.
08
Spray brush painting
Roller painting
Varnish and staining
Priming, scraping, and sanding
Mixing and applying paint
Enamel, polish, polyurethane, and latex paint
09
10
Commercial Setting
Residential Setting
Industrial Setting
Facilities Operations Setting
None of the above
11
12
13
14
Required Question
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