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Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs.
As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources.
Georgia College & State University takes great pride in combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, study abroad opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and critical thinking.
The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery O'Connor, '45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at O'Connor's former home, Andalusia, a National Historic Landmark owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances.
Georgia College & State University is dedicated to protecting academic freedom in addition to supporting freedom of expression as outlined in the University System of Georgia's Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom policy and its Ethics Code of Conduct. For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu .
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the manager/supervisor in the Operations and Maintenance Department, this is a skilled level painter position responsible for painting the interior and exterior finishes of campus facilities. This position requires the preparation of surfaces to receive primer, coatings or paint followed by the application of paint and coatings to the interior and exterior surfaces of the institution's facilities. Perform exterior building wash. Paint the institution's buildings and facilities, interior and exterior finishes. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
Responsibilities
Painting - 50
Prepare surfaces by use of sandpaper/sandblaster, steel wool, scrapers, washing with cleaner and water. Patch and repair sheet rock or plaster walls. Apply spray texture to ceilings and walls. Apply caulk to interior joints and seams. Apply coatings, paints, sealers and solvents to exterior and interior building surfaces. Paint interior and exterior walls, floors and ceilings with paint brushes, rollers, and/spray guns. Varnish, stain, shellac, and add finishes to desks, doors, cabinets, moldings and floors. Apply exterior caulking to building joints and seams. Trim windows and doors. Scrape and glaze windows. Apply exterior waterproofing coatings.
Washing/Cleaning - 30
Wash exterior windows, buildings, walls and patios. Wash interior windows and surfaces where applicable
Compliance - 5
Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
Inventory - 10
Maintain work area and paint shop, stock supplies and manage waste generated from work tasks. Mix paint, clean and organize tools and equipment, set up and break down ladders and scaffolding required for painting tasks.
Other - 5
Any other duties and tasks assigned or as required to meet the goals of the department, division, and Georgia College & State University.
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
High School Diploma or GED.
Other Required Qualifications
Ability to operate a computer or iPad in order to receive and send email and submit work orders; Valid driver's license.
Required Experience
One to three years of related work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Vocational or technical training in a related field of study.
Proposed Salary
This position is a pay grade 4. The available salary range is $26,777.00 to $35,900.00. Starting salary within this range is based on relevant years of experience.
For more information about GCSU compensation practices, click here: https://www.gcsu.edu/humanresources/pay-grade-structure.
Required Documents to Attach

• Cover Letter
• Resume / CV

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Ability to operate scissor lift, telescopic lift, vehicle/cart, and/or pressure washer; handle constant manual labor, including carrying 25 lbs. consistently, and lift up to/over 50 lbs. occasionally in varying outdoor weather conditions; ability to organize tools and materials, thin or mix stains, paints or coatings; ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures, read and comprehend technical manuals and SDS sheets.
Ability to work in extreme conditions:
Outdoor Environment: Employees work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions.
Extreme Cold: Temperatures typically below 32 degrees for more than an hour.
Extreme Heat: Temperatures above 100 degrees for more than an hour.
Noise: Sufficient noise to cause you to shout in order to be heard above the noise level.
Vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of extremities or whole body.
Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.
Oils: There is an air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids
Conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of glazing windows. Working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations.
Knowledge of safety requirements for all conditions including weather, equipment and chemicals.
SKILLS
Skill in painting with paint brushes, rollers, and spray guns. Skill in selecting, mixing, and applying paint and associated products. Skill in surface preparation, staining, and/or sealing and priming techniques.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check

• Criminal Background Check
• DMV Check
• Drug Screening