Job Details

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

Title (Function): StructuralTrades II - Painter
Department: Facilities
Reporting To: LTC Operations I
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, position is eligible for overtimecompensation.

Compensation: $24.45-34.22/hr. Althoughthe full hourly range for this position is provided, appointments are typicallymade at or near the range minimum. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!

Open Date: 05/22/2025
Close Date: 06/22/2025 11:59 PM MST

MUST BE A COLORADO RESIDENT TO APPLY. POSITION IS LOCATEDIN GRAND JUNCTION, MUST BE WILLING TO RELOCATE IF APPLYING FROM OUT OF TOWN

SECTIONI - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE

At CMU, we believein acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage toform meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in thepursuit of new possibilities. It's this courage that enables the Mavily to explorenew ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, noperfect idea.

From this place of humility and courage, we've built a culture of resilience.We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcomingchallenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change isconstant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endlesscuriosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeingopportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this communityrooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunitiesfor growth and advancement.

Inspired by the soul of the West-the spirit that our region embodies-we emergeas a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build aHuman Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our sharedvision of the world we aspire to create.

Colorado Mesa University Core Values
Love - Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self andothers
Dignity - Respecting the intrinsic value of each person andbelieving that others act from a foundation of goodwill
Courage - Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
Humility - Suspending one's ego and pride to recognize that no ideais perfect and being open to the input of others
Resiliency - Investing in the future by adapting to changes,overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity
Curiosity - Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown
Power - The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency toachieve our goals

SECTIONII - THE SEAT

At CMU, we look atevery position as a seat. Every seat is vital and the individual in the seatcontributes significantly to our mission of providing an affordable andaccessible education and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnershipsthat support the well-being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centricorganization, a priority is to ensure we have the "right seats" in ourorganization, and that the expectations, ownership and accountabilities aredefined and communicated clearly for the success of the individuals holding theseats.

Colorado Mesa University (CMU) is seeking a full-timepainter into a dynamic university environment where they are an essentialingredient to our operations. The University and the State of Colorado arecommitted to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefitspackage that supports you, your health, and your family, including health,dental and vision coverage, tuition waive / discount program, paid annualleave, paid sick leave, paid holiday and flexible work schedules.

The purpose of this work unit is to operate and maintain the structural,mechanical and electrical systems of the facilities, to provide an environmentthat is conducive to the educational process. This structural trades positionis looking for someone to work in the maintenance and alteration of structures,fixtures and other building equipment. The work involves a variety of tasks inthe maintenance and upkeep of the equipment and systems associated withbuildings. Work includes building, installing, repairing, renovating,demolishing, maintaining, finishing, and painting structures, structural parts,furnishings, locks, and associated building equipment. It includes determiningwhat needs to be done, determining the steps for completing assignments,estimating time and material requirements, and using a variety of hand andpower tools. Some positions may require licensure or certification.

OVERVIEW AND ROLE SCOPE OF TEAM AND/OR TASKS
Therole aims to enlist a proficient Journeyman Level Painter responsible forpainting and conducting repairs on current campus buildings, fixtures, andstructures. Additionally, it involves renovating existing facilities to adaptto changing needs and modernization. Duty Statements encompass a range ofresponsibilities, including but not limited to:

Surface Conditioning (50% of Job):
Prepares surfaces to be painted by using scrapers, sandpaper or sandingmachines, dusting, sizing, putty, caulking. Tapes & textures drywall andhangs various types of drywalls and matches existing textures, match paints,stains, mix lacquers and enamels for both repairs and remodels.

Application (35% of Job):
Apply paint and other finishes to surfaces with brush, rollers, or sprayequipment. Lift/carry 5-gallon buckets of paint, Remove all types of graffitiwithout damage to the substrate or the environment. Lay drop cloths. Cleans,maintains brushes and other painting equipment.

Data Entry (5% of Job):
Keeps inventory of paints, records of purchases, maintain and submit timelyOneCard and SchoolDude records.

Supervises (5% of Job):
Instruct, lead and supervise less-skilled persons.

Other duties as assigned (5% of Job):
Includes but not limited to working with other trades, incarpentry. grounds snow removal, and Special event setup.

SECTIONIII - OUR DESIRES FOR RIGHT FIT

For the success ofour mission and our teams, we desire to have individuals who are a "Right Fit"in our seats. We define "Right Fit" as those who embrace our culture,demonstrate our values, understand the seat and what is required. We seekindividuals who want this seat, desire to be a part of a bigger vision and havethe capacity to be a successful member of our CMU team.

CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS
Decision Making:
•Schedules/plans work based on urgency and/or workload.
•Recommends whether to replace or repair equipment based on economics/cost.
•Chooses proper repair or replacement materials or component based on design and cost.
•Determines equipment replacement versus repair based on life cycle and uses.

Complexity examples could include:
•The door to an office scratched and need protected from the environment with paint.
•An apartment unit has a water leaking from its bathroom ceiling causing drywall damage that needs repaired and painted.
•Exterior surfaces have been vandalized with graffiti which needs to be removed.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE FOR RIGHT FIT
Experience Only:
Four (4) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.

OR

Experience and Experience:
•A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to four (4) year

Conditions of Employment:
•Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
•Possession and maintenance of valid Colorado driver's license (Position requires ability to drive motorized vehicle and/or golf cart to job sites on main and auxiliary campuses)
•Essential Services Designation (Required to be on duty to perform essential and/or emergency services of the University without delay or interruption.)
•Pass a Background Check.

Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions.

DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typicalfunctions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities andareas of accountability.

DIRECT INQUIRIESCONTACT: Dave Taylor, ...@coloradomesa.edu

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants will beasked to complete an online application by creating a profile and thenproviding personal and demographic information. In addition, please be preparedto upload a:
•Candidates who wish to assert Veterans' Preference must attach a copy of their DD214 to their application. Failure to submit a DD214 form will result in being denied Veterans Preference.
•Cover Letter
•Resume
•At least three professional references which include the name, phone number, email address and relationship who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.

Failure to submit a complete and timely application mayresult in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible forensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate HumanResources office before the closing date and time listed.

Methods of Appointment: Appointment to the vacancy or vacanciesrepresented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible listcreated. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, theposition(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulatedbusiness reason.

ATTENTION! The first stage of the comparative analysis process forcandidates who meet minimum qualifications is an application review. Therefore, it is paramount that you follow directions provided in thisjob announcement and address in detail your experience with the duties andrequirements mentioned above in the experience portion of your application.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Resumes may be included, but applicationsstating "See Resume" for experience will not be accepted in lieu ofthe properly completed State of Colorado application forms.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applications are part of the selectionprocess and will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimumqualifications for the position. Be sure the requirements listed aboveare specifically addressed on your application; failure to do so may result inthe rejection of your application. Also, as applications may serve asall or part of the comparative analysis process for this position, it is toyour benefit to address your experience with the duties listed above indetail. Applications may be evaluated by a panel of subjectmatter experts who will rate your education, training and experience asdemonstrated on your application. Attach additional pages ifnecessary to fully explain your experience and education.

Your application will be reviewed by a qualified Human Resources Specialist todetermine if you meet the minimum qualifications. If it is determinedthat your application does not meet the announced minimum qualifications, youwill be notified in writing and may contact Zachary Sargent at 970-###-####,within two days of the receipt of the notice, to attempt informal resolution ofthe matter. If you still do not agree with our decision regarding yourqualifications, you have the right to have that decision reviewed by the StatePersonnel Director. Your request for a Director's review must be receivedin the State Personnel Director's office within ten days from your receipt ofthe letter informing you that you do not qualify and should include thefollowing: 1) Job Title; 2) Agency involved; 3) Name of the agencyrepresentative spoken to during informal resolution attempts; 4) Date(s) of theconversations; 5) Specific issue(s); 6) Reason it is believed the decision wasarbitrary, capricious, or contrary to rule or law. Direct your requestto:

State Personnel Board
633 17th Street, Suite 1320
Denver, CO 80202-3604
Fax: 303-###-####

To request a Director's review, you are required to complete and submit theColorado State Personnel Consolidated Appeal/Dispute form, available at Instructions for completing theform, as well as State Personnel Board Rules and Director's AdministrativeProcedures, are also available on the same website. Public librariesoffer internet access. If you are not able to access the forms on theinternet or if you require assistance, please contact our Human ResourcesOffice.

Appeal Rights: Under Colorado State Statute and State PersonnelProcedures you have the right to request a review of or appeal to the StatePersonnel Director any step of the selection process, if you believe the actiontaken to be arbitrary, capricious or contrary to rule or law. If youbelieve the content of an examination was arbitrary, capricious or contrary torule or law (scores and ranks are not considered as conduct or content), yourappeal must be in writing and received no later than 10 calendar days from the datethe examination was administered. Utilizing the Colorado State PersonnelConsolidated Appeal/Dispute Form, which can be foundat send appeals to theappropriate address as indicated on the Consolidated Appeal/Dispute Form. The above ten-day deadline and appeal procedures apply, as well, to allcharges of discrimination.

Address Confidentiality Program: If you are covered by the AddressConfidentiality Program, CRS 24-21-201 through 24-21-214, please notify the HRoffice or analyst listed on this announcement so that you are provided theappropriate time extension for notifications provided by U.S. mail. Theextension allowed under this program applies only to U.S.mail notificationsthat include a deadline of 10 days or less.

ADAAA Accommodations: Any person with a disability as defined bythe ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonableaccommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employmentassessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human ResourcesOffice by phone or email at least five business days before the assessment dateto allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You maybe asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regardingfunctional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that youhave this information available well in advance of the assessment date."

THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, andinclusion drive our succession, and we encourage candidates from allidentities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado isan equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative workenvironments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiasticallyserve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, weprovide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard torace, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, genderidentity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy,creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, ormilitary status (with preference given to military veterans), or any otherprotected status in accordance with applicable law.

Colorado Mesa University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualifiedindividuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assistindividuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requestsrelated to employment, including completing the application process,interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in theemployee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where therequested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have adisability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positiveexperience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiriesto our ADAAA Coordinator, Caselyn Henriques, at Colorado Mesa University, ...@coloradomesa.edu or 970 ###-####.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow individuals with disabilities toperform the essential duties of the position.

ABOUTCOLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY

A comprehensiveuniversity in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University provides exceptionaleducational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus. As western Colorado'slargest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction,its satellite campus in Montrose, its technical college, CMU Tech, and viaonline offerings.

Colorado MesaUniversity serves as the primary intellectual and cultural center of westernColorado and promotes the exchange of ideas that are of regional, national, andinternational importance. Founded in 1925, it is a dynamic university enrolling10,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels.

At the heart ofthe CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to highereducation that encourages students to think differently and empowers them tochallenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars andthinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gainthe skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they will encounter inlife. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strongliberal arts core that supports students' interests and regional employmentneeds, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforcedemands.

The Grand Valley ishome to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and youwill not have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by theGrand Mesa, Book Cliffs, and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-classmountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, and a mountain resort that'sless than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding, and cross-countryskiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore oneof Colorado's best kept secrets.

Colorado MesaUniversity is particularly interested in candidates who have experience workingwith students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitmentto improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented studentswithin higher education.

Colorado MesaUniversity is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and livingcommunity. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for allfinal applicants being considered for employment. Background investigationsinclude reference checks, a criminal history record check, and whenappropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be ableto verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an EqualOpportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff andstudent body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with adisability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be providedreasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete anemployment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMUHuman Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provideadditional information, including medical documentation, regarding functionallimitations and the type of accommodation needed.