Job Title Houston Airport System (HAS) Maintenance, Painter (Interior)
Position Overview:
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) 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.
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.
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.
Minimum Requirements
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
- PreferencesPreference 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.General Information
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. 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 DentalVisionWellnessSupplemental Insurance Life insurance Long-term disability Retirement pension457 deferred compensation plan Employee Assistance Program10 days of vacation each year13 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 PlanPaid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html