Job Description

• We are hiring immediately for a full time MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (PAINTER) position.
• Location: University of South Florida - 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33620. (Openings at other locations within school district available) Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule; Monday through Friday, hours may vary.
• Requirement: Prior painter experience is required.
• Fixed Pay Rate: $22/ hr
• Perks: SSC invests in our employees with training and growth opportunities, but the benefits don’t stop there, SSC offers a comprehensive benefits package and we are also excited to offer same day pay! At SSC we truly believe that our people are our greatest asset!

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SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group we create clean, safe, and distraction free learning environments for students of all ages. With a focus on a people first culture, growth opportunities, and supporting local communities we set the stage for a meaningful career in educational facilities nationwide.

Job Summary

Installs and maintains interior and exterior building wall finishes and surfaces with paint, coatings, wall coverings, plaster and other repair materials. Removes and installs wall trim and cove base materials, or other accessory items as needed to complete the work professionally and safely. This is a first shift 7am to 3:30pm M-F schedule with occasional 2nd shift work or weekends. This position also requires traveling to multiple sites no more than an hour away.

Responsibilities

• Selects proper tools and equipment including, but not limited to, paints, brushes, rollers, spray guns, drop cloths, rags, ladders, scaffolds, tape, cleaning materials, etc.
• Selects pre-mixed paints or prepares paints to match specific colors by blending and mixing required proportions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances.
• Transports material and equipment to the job site or arranges for the transport of heavy or bulky items.
• Prepares site by covering furniture, equipment and floors with drop cloths and masking doors, windows and other trim where required.
• Prepares surfaces including cleaning, minor repair and patching of metals, wood, masonry, and polishing of finished surfaces and glazing as necessary. Installs, removes, and replaces cove bases, ceiling tiles, wall mounted items, and similar accessory items needed to achieve a complete and finished appearance.
• Performs caulking, sanding, taping, application of special finishes and color matching, waxing and polishing of finished surfaces and glazing as necessary.
• Makes minor repairs to spray and roller equipment, simulates wood grain, marble, brick or tile effects.
• Recommends substitute materials or colors to improve and expedite work.
• Requisitions and receives materials and equipment, and maintains simple records and time reports.
• Cuts stencils and stencil surfaces with lettering or decorations.
• Paints signs on such surfaces as cloth, bulletin boards, walls, doors, equipment, etc.
• Installs wall coverings and similarly applied materials.
• Freehands highlighting, shading and counter-shading and apply stipple & glaze finishes.
• Removes, repairs and installs ceramic tile floors, walls and ceilings.
• Tapes and spackles drywall in preparation for painting.
• Fills nail holes, cracks and joints with putty, plaster or other filler.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1 year of trade school or 5 years of experience as a commercial Painter in a similar sized institution.
• Some lifting of medium and/or heavy equipment and tools.
• Some exposure to extreme degrees of heat, noise, dust and dirt areas requiring infection control.

Enhance your quality of life through our comprehensive benefits:

• · Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• · 401K with Company Match
• · Disability Insurance
• · Life Insurance/AD
• · Associate Shopping Program
• · Health and Wellness Programs
• · Discount Marketplace & Employee shopping program
• · Identify Theft Protection
• · Pet Insurance
• · And More…

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SSC maintains a drug-free workplace.

SSC & Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the facility service industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

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