1.  Performs assignments under limited supervision. 2.  Trains, reviews and directs the work of employees under the direction of the supervisor. 3.  Provides training and review of L35 Painter Trainees (e.g. LG5, LG7, LG9) within the three (3) year Yale Painter Training program. 4.  Under the direction of the supervisor, assumes general responsibilities for the training program, implements and provides recommendations regarding classroom and practical application testing.  5.  Under the direction of the supervisor, assumes general responsibility for the completion of assignments. 6.  Determines the manpower and material requirements and the means and methods to be used in accomplishing work assignments. 7.  Secures materials/ supplies and equipment. 8.  Mixes and/or matches colors required for job as needed. 9.  Has skill set to spray paint, walls, ceilings and clear finishes used on doors and furniture 10. Makes minor repairs to puttied windows and doors with normal glass. 11. Prepares and paints surfaces such as wood/ metal/ plaster and sheetrock. 12. Hangs wallpaper. 13. Strips trim, doors and furniture and is also capable of refinishing furniture. 14. Sets up scaffold as required in compliance with all safety guidelines. 15. Maintains clean work area and/or clean job site. 16. Observes all safety standards and practices always. 17. Directs and trains lower labor grade employees, and sometimes equal labor grade. 18. Performs related duties as required or assigned within job classification.

Required Skill/ability 1:  Trains, reviews and evaluates L35 Painter Trainees and Painters of all Labor Grades. 

Required Skill/ability 2:  Ability to read, write and follow written and verbal instructions.  Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Required Skill/ability 3:  Portrays excellent attention to detail and exemplary customer service skills and/or willingness to assist and/or work with others.  Demonstrated regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.

Required Skill/ability 4:  Must be able to interrelate with fellow employees as needed to get the job done. Must treat fellow employees, students, staff and visitors to the University with respect.

Required Skill/ability 5:  Ability to accurately and visibly identify color match before repainting.

Work Week:  Flexible or Non-Standard (for anything other than Standard)

Posting Position Title:  Painter Trainer

University Job Title:  Painter Trainer

1.  High School diploma or equivalent.  2.  Journeyman Level Painter with six (6) or more years of painting trade experience.

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