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Posted: 03-Feb-26
Location: Pasadena, California
Categories:
Facilities//Maintenance/Trades
Staff/Administrative
Internal Number: 6895568
Caltech
Exempt Overtime Eligible: Overtime Eligible
Benefits Eligible: Benefit Based
Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community.
Job Summary
Reporting to Caltech Housing, the position will apply the skills of a journeyperson level painter in housing buildings (interior and exterior), cabinet and furniture finishing and rehab projects for Caltech Housing to include but not limited to apartments, student houses and single-family homes. Provides assistance with various projects and events, and works collectively with Institute Housing ensuring a safe, clean and well-maintained living environment for over 1700 Caltech housing units supporting students, staff, faculty and visitors. Must be able to provide professional customer service to internal and external customers. Resolves routine problems in a thorough and timely manner either with a team or unsupervised.
Required skills include painting all types of surfaces including, but not limited to walls, ceilings, siding, cabinetry, woodwork and furniture with products such as paint, enamel, lacquer or plastic, using brush, roller, or spray gun, and protect areas not to be painted. This position also requires the ability to drive a cart and/or truck.
This is an Organizational Critical position. In the event of an emergency on campus, an employee designated as organizational critical is expected to report to Campus as soon as possible to assist in division/department response and recovery efforts.
Essential Job Duties
- Responsible for following all safety procedures and maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
- Must be able to maintain a clean work environment protecting all surface from damage during the application of materials.
- Prepares, primes, sands, patches and paints surfaces of woodwork, cabinetry, furniture, building surfaces and fixtures utilizing all types of painting materials such as varnish, lacquer, enamel, latex, epoxy, waterproofing and heat-resistant finishes.
- Performs interior and exterior painting of residences and common areas, including prepping and patching walls, ceilings, etc.
- Tapes, repairs and applies texturing and acoustic layers on a variety of surfaces. Adjusts color when necessary; utilizes enhanced finishing skills when appropriate.
- Applies material to new construction, or after alterations and remodeling.
- Performs minor carpentry including rebuilding walls, cabinet installation, metal studs, base boards, trim, door installations, deck repair, wood laminates, etc. Assembling, repairing or replacing wooden desks, chairs, doors, door frames, windows, window frames and bookshelves.
- Graffiti removal using a variety of available products.
- Operates, cleans and maintains all painting equipment, including brushes, rollers, sprayers, pumps, etc. Safely stores and labels all material.
- Erects scaffolding and ladders as necessary in a manner consistent with safety codes.
- Responds to routine and emergency calls for repairs and service.
- Be familiar with and use protective equipment such as filters, various facemask ratings, gloves, grounding straps, safety belt, etc.
- Move furniture, tables and chairs as necessary. Pickup and delivery of boxes, parts or supplies.
- Conducts oneself in a manner that will always maintain courteous, cooperative, and professional relationships among all members of the community.
- Assists in administering the Emergency Action Plan as it pertains to the Housing Department (Organizational Critical Status).
- Will require some weekend or after-hours work.
- Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
- Must have a high school education or equivalent, plus a minimum of 7 years of relevant residential or industrial experience.
- Must have a valid California driver's license and maintain it throughout employment.
- Must be able to adhere to the Institute vehicle policy.
- Must be able to lift 50lb and climb ladders and work with filter masks in spray booth.Must be able to apply the specialized skills of a journeyperson painter on all types of surfaces.
- Must have skills in handiwork and be comfortable using power tools.
- Must be able to use ladders, stand, walk, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a busy, fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Must have basic computer skills and be able to perform basic tasks on iOS devices.
- Must be highly organized, detail oriented and proactive with awareness and sensitivity to special interest groups, parents, students, faculty, and staff.
- Must have patience and be able to deal with others under stressful circumstances.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Strong customer service skills and an effective communicator with those of diverse backgrounds.
- Must be a team player and willing to work after hours and weekends as needed.
- Must be able to understand basic math and measurements.
- Resolves routine problems in a thorough and timely manner either with a team or unsupervised.
Preferred Qualifications
- 12 months of work experience in a university or facilities setting is a plus.
Required Documents
- Resume.
To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://hr.caltech.edu/work/job_openings
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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