Painter

Position Details
Position Information

Position Title	Painter
Department/Unit	Facilities Management
Location	Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number	FM18-24
Employee Group	NSGEU Local 99
Position Type	Regular, On-Going
Duration of Contract (if applicable)
Employment Type	Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE)	1.0
Rate	$28.08 per/hour
Classification	Painter
About Dalhousie University	Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our 18,800 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
Job Summary	Reporting to the Shop Supervisor (Carpentry) or a Zone Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for all paint-related work on the University campus.
Key Responsibilities	Performs all general maintenance and renovation assignments related to the painting trade Performs repairs to different surfaces such as wood, plaster, drywall, etc. Performs all duties in accordance with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, as well as University and Government rules and regulations Maintains a clean work environment Performs other duties as required
Note	Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.
Required Qualifications	Valid course in painting techniques or equivalent experience required Five years recent and related experience required Ability to work at heights Ability to match-in texture and colour of surfaces such as walls, ceilings, and furniture etc. Ability to interpret drawings and blueprints Proficiency in the use of paint spraying equipment Familiarity with current industry products and techniques (ie: two-component paints, epoxy coatings, water-borne paints, stains and coatings, etc.) Familiar with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act, as well as University and Government rules and regulations Ability to take direction Ability to direct others in foreperson capacity preferred Knowledge in the use of microcomputers preferred Reliable and punctual Good communication and organizational skills Knowledge of the tools of the trade Must be willing and able to work overtime, as required General safety, Fall Protection and WHMIS training an asset
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Application Consideration
Diversity Statement	Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity .

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Open Date	05/13/2024
Close Date	05/27/2024
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting	https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/16601