Pflaum - Painter - FTE

Purpose Of Position

Under general supervision of the Construction Manager, this position involves a wide variety of painter duties involving the maintenance, repair, remodeling and construction work in all Madison Metropolitan School District facilities, including surfaces containing lead (Pb) based finishes.
This position will have a high degree of integrity, sustain a culture of continuous improvement, and be committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive work environment while having a growth mindset to a multi-faceted operation and a focus on creating a positive work culture.

• Maintenance and Repair – 85%
• Completing interior and exterior paint‑related activities associated with maintenance, repair and remodeling work including surfaces that contain lead (Pb) based finishes
• Stripping and refinishing work
• Patching, taping and finishing of gypsum wallboard
• Color mixing and matching of putty, stains and paints
• Administrative work – 10%:
  Assisting in estimating labor, materials and supplies for work assigned; maintaining records of materials and labor associated with assigned work
• Other duties as assigned – 5%:
  Performing other duties as assigned by executive leadership or their representatives or designees; attending district and school functions that support MMSD’s strategic framework, initiatives, and core values; completing any and all district required training; building collaborative relationships with business partners

• Demonstrated ability to establish relationships at all levels of the organization
• Follow principles and practices that promote and advance anti‑racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Ability to safely perform all tasks of the trade and distinguish colors
• Ability to work from shop drawings, blueprints and sketches; plan and layout repair and maintenance work; prepare drawings and sketches for job‑related work
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with co‑workers, contractors, technical consultants, students and the public
• Ability to work varied working hours and be available on an emergency basis
• Knowledge of exterior painting – surface preparation methods, material application techniques and paint removal methods; interior painting – wood finishing, preparation of stains, wall washing methods and material application techniques; patching, taping and finishing of gypsum wallboard systems
• Knowledge of operating and maintaining airless and HVLP painting systems; paint and stain mixing and matching;
  Occupational Health and Safety regulations (ladders, staging, swing scaffolds, ropes, environmental and fire hazards)
• Knowledge of staging, scaffolding, ladders, swing scaffolds, moving scaffolds and lifts

• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in the painting trade
• Experience working cross‑culturally and/or commitment to work toward one’s own cultural competence

• Valid Wisconsin Driver's License
• Journey worker Painter License/Certification preferred
• Lead Safe Renovator License preferred

Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors is minimal and poses little to no risk of injury. This position requires frequent lifting up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting up to 70 pounds. May require being stationary for extended periods of time. Frequent sitting, driving, squatting, crouching, ladder and stair climbing, handling 30 ft heights, crawling, reaching, kneeling and repetitive movements with both hands.

Near and far vision acuity, depth perception, accommodation, field of vision, and hearing are frequently utilized. Ability to perform work in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments throughout the year, including inclement weather, spaces without air conditioning, and areas where temperatures may be uncomfortable or fluctuate rapidly.

• May involve exposure to asbestos and lead‑based surfaces
• Work requires travel to different locations within the district and to off‑site meetings
• Position requires working evenings, nights, and some weekends
• Subject to…