Posting Detail Information Working TitleSurfaces & Finishes Painter Position LocationFort Collins, CO Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person Research Professional PositionNo Posting Number202500047AP Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional Classification TitleTechnical/Support II Number of Vacancies Work Hours/Week40 Proposed Annual Salary Range$55,000 - $65,000 Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf) + Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. + For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) . + Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) ! Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on02/03/2025 Description of Work Unit Housing & Dining Services Please visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-people/to learn about joining Housing & Dining Services ( HDS ) as the largest department on campus with 450 full-time staff and 1,700 hourly and student staff, and nearly 8,300 students live on campus. HDS is responsible for the management, finance, administration, and program development of all University housing facilities, including residence halls, university apartments, and Mountain Campus. As a department, HDS works to create dynamic housing and dining experiences that enhance personal growth and global engagement. We do this through implementation of our values of customer first service, commitment to students and staff, integrity, respect and teamwork, inclusiveness and diversity, innovation and stewardship. HDS Facilities Housing & Dining Facilities is a work unit within Housing and Dining Services which provides care and stewardship for the 2.5+ million square feet of CSU’s living centers and dining facilities. We are a customer-first service organization, delivering a variety of services including skilled labor, environmental services, warehousing, movable assets, renovation and construction oversight, and all associated facilities management functions. 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For more information visit:https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-people/ CSU Land Acknowledgement Colorado State University acknowledges, with respect, that the land we are on today is the traditional and ancestral homelands of the Arapaho, Cheyenne, and Ute Nations and peoples. This was also a site of trade, gathering, and healing for numerous other Native tribes. We recognize the Indigenous peoples as original stewards of this land and all the relatives within it. As these words of acknowledgment are spoken and heard, the ties Nations have to their traditional homelands are renewed and reaffirmed. CSU is founded as a land-grant institution, and we accept that our mission must encompass access to education and inclusion. And, significantly, that our founding came at a dire cost to Native Americans and peoples whose land this University was built upon. This acknowledgment is the education and inclusion we must practice in recognizing our institutional history, responsibility, and commitment. Position Summary The Surfaces & Finishes Painter position provides maintenance, repair, and installation of wall, ceiling, flooring, and other surface painting. While the primary focus of this position will be painting, installations of other surface finishes such as drywall textures, flooring, tile, wood, paper, etc. may be required as well as staining and finishing of cabinetry, casework, doors, and other wood surfaces as needed. This position will have a direct interface with customers (residents), HDS Facilities staff, and University Housing leadership. The position will assist, support, and lead staff in developing solutions and outlining work plans for specified painting and refinishing projects and/or maintenance programs as required. The position will function as an individual contributor and work lead over temporary and student staff and will be responsible for assigning work, evaluating the quality of work performed, instructing, and training on new techniques, equipment, or tool use. The position will instruct all reporting staff on safety protocols and will review job plans for safe work compliance. This position supports all in-house processes and will coordinate work with other supervisory trades and positions to ensure that the work performed is done accurately, safely, and within specifications or standards. Required Job Qualifications + Four years of progressively responsible experience in the Painting trade appropriate to the work assignment (painting, drywall texturing, patching, staining, refinishing). + Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a valid driver’s license by the position start date. Preferred Job Qualifications + Strong leadership skills + Strong Interpersonal skills + Prioritization skills and the ability to determine the best use of resources, both human and physical, to complete work in a timely manner + Desire to train/mentor apprentice and peer level staff + Ability to provide constructive feedback on work product and/or performance + Attention to detail + Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills + Eagerness to collaborate and share information with a variety of stakeholders + A strong customer service focus + Ability to adjust to changing work demands, priorities, and deadlines + Safe work habits and practices + Team-focused and reliable Diversity Statement Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Essential Duties Job Duty CategoryPainting & Surface Finishing, Maintenance & Repair Duty/Responsibility + Perform finishing, maintenance, and repair tasks related to interior and exterior painting and drywall. + Install new finishes on walls, ceilings, and other surfaces. + Replicate or repair existing finishes on walls, ceilings, and other surfaces. + Staining and finishing of cabinetry, casework, doors, and other wood surfaces as needed. + Prepare surface to receive finish treatment. + Use scaffolding, ladders, and stilts in the performance of tasks. + Use a variety of tools in the completion of job duties + Physically repetitive tasks include painting, sanding, sealing, caulking, taping, drywall patch and repair, tile installation, etc. + Set up of barricades, plastic tarp, blankets, tape, and other separators to create a clean, safe and secure work site. + Selective demolition of existing walls, flooring, ceilings, millwork, windows, doors, trim, and other surfaces utilizing a variety of hand and power tools to complete the assigned tasks. + Dispose of demolished materials from the work site with manual or mechanical devices. Percentage Of Time80 Job Duty CategoryMeeting Attendance and Other Duties Duty/Responsibility + Attend required / recommended training / classes / seminars provided by HDS to accomplish the above, which includes ethics, safety, diversity, communications, BBP , and any applicable training in providing the best customer service, etc. + Develop professional skills and communication to effectively interact with residents and guests. + Attend all meetings, committees, and department sponsored functions. + Use all computer related software to enter time and leave requests, post time and comments for work orders, communicate by email or other department and university designated sites, and any other document related program. + Relays information via various electronic media to disseminate information and task assignments. + Comply with Operations Management Handbook, University, and State procedures and policies. Percentage Of Time5 Job Duty CategoryConstruction Related Tasks Duty/Responsibility + Layout and construction of steel and/or wood frame partition walls and structures. + Layout and installation of tiled surfaces such as quarry, mosaic, and ceramic tile. + Layout and installation of a variety of flooring surfaces including LVT , VCT , wood, and carpet. + Removal and installation of doors. Percentage Of Time15 Application Details Special Instructions to Applicants To apply please provide a cover letter and resume. Please use your cover letter and resume to align your applicable experience with the minimum and preferred qualifications.Your materials will be evaluated on their alignment with the minimum and preferred qualifications to move forward in the process. Please provide contact information for 3 professional references and references will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. HDS is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. When you apply, rest assured that your materials will be assessed by a person and will be considered based on key competencies needed for success in the position. Please visit us athttps://housing.colostate.edu/about/employment/to learn about the culture and benefits of joining Housing and Dining Services. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Pre-employment Physical - Must successfully complete WorkSTEPs testing, Valid Driver’s License, Essential Services Designation, Shift Work - This position may be required to work extended shift hours and or a modified swing shift to meet departmental staffing requirements and completion of work around building occupancy constraints., On-call Status - This position will be required to carry a communication device to serve On-call on a rotating basis with other staff. Search ContactAmy Mosser, amy.mosser@colostate.edu EEO Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu. The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) . Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. References Requested References Requested Minimum Requested3 Maximum Requested3 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents + Cover Letter + Resume Optional Documents