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Construction Projects Technician I – Painter

Perform skilled painting work in the preparation, patching, finishing, and maintaining of all building structures, walls, woodwork, furniture, and equipment by inspecting the work site to determine the materials, equipment, tools, and method to be used; follow a plan, layout, sketch, or schematic for the project or an established color scheme; mix and match pigments, stains or varnishes to the required color, tint and/or texture; assemble or build and install scaffolding, materials, and equipment as required by the scope of work; and use paint brushes, rollers, and/or sprayers, sandpaper, sanders, steel wool, wire brushes, and related painting tools.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

High school diploma or GED.

Work Experience:

Four (4) years of experience as a professional painter.

Experience using small hand and power tools, precision measuring devices, mechanical equipment and materials common to the painting trade and associated with the preparation of surfaces and painting.

Experience interpreting blueprints, color schemes, sketches, or schematics.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:

Completion of a painting apprenticeship program.

Work Experience:

Experience installing wall coverings.

Experience working in higher education facilities.

Experience working with diverse populations.

Skills:

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Job Duties Outlined:

Complete assigned painting projects with quality workmanship by preparing surfaces for painting using sandpaper, power sanders, steel wool, wire brushes, scrappers, paint removers and chemicals, filling nail holes, cracks, or joints with putty, plaster or other fillers, apply paints, stains, varnishes, enamel, or lacquer using paint brushes, rollers, and/or sprayers, and recommend the use of additional departmental personnel or contract personnel (as appropriate) to meet assigned completion targets.

Protect University property and equipment from damage during painting work by removing furniture, wall fixtures, and equipment from work sites if possible or covering immoveable items with protective cloths, cover floors with cloths or tarpaulins, tape woodwork, facings, and decorative trims, and erect safe scaffolding in a manner that prevents damage.

Restore painting work sites to their original condition at the completion of work by removing scaffolding, painting cloths, tarpaulins, and masking tape used during the project, return furniture and equipment to their proper location, set up equipment that had been dismantled, and clean any paint splatters from surfaces, furniture or equipment.

Assist with documenting the cost of painting work by keeping accurate daily timesheets and work order records of time and materials to be charged to each job.

Provide periodic status reports on work projects, material consumed, and man-hours utilized.

Practice preventive maintenance of painting tools and equipment by performing spot checks of equipment to determine their working condition, oil moving parts, clean and service tools and equipment as directed or specified in the operator’s manual and returning damaged tools and equipment for repair or replacement.

Provide technical assistance in the purchase of new or replacement paint shop tools and equipment by being knowledgeable of the capabilities of various types of equipment and recommending the purchase of painting tools and equipment that meet the needs of the paint shop.

Reduce the likelihood of liability regarding the University’s compliance with federal regulations by compliance with policies, laws, and regulations governing environmental protection, safety, hazardous waste disposal, and the use of chemical substances and materials common to painting.

Contribute to an accident-free work environment by complying with operator’s instructions for the use of power sprayers and tools, wearing protective equipment such as filter respirators, goggles, hearing protectors, back supports, and work gloves, reporting incidents of unsafe work activity to supervisors, and following standard safety precautions during work.

Perform other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Documents:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus nine paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Employee Type: Regular
Time Type: Full-time
Rate Type: Hourly

Compensation Statement:

The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.

Compensation minimum $22.66; midpoint $27.75; maximum $32.85.

Apply at: https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/details/Construction-Projects-Technician-I—Painter_JR005871?q=jr005871.

Lead District Maintenance – HVAC

Qualifications:
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Possess Journeyman or Master HVAC related license.
3. Must have EPA refrigerant type I and II or universal certification..
4. Ability to read and interpret building blueprints.
5. Ability to read and interpret technical and job related materials.
6. Prior work experience in HVAC and general maintenance.
7. Health and Inoculation Certificate on file in the Central Office.
8. Desire to continue career improvement.
9. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Essential Functions:
Maintain school buildings and grounds in top condition to ensure full and productive use of district facilities.
2. Ensure that all programs and activities of maintenance workers conform to district guidelines.
3. Appropriately operate all equipment and machinery as necessary.
4. Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community.
5. React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
6. Support the value of an education.
7. Support the vision and mission of USD 253.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:
1. Requires prolonged sitting or standing.
2. Requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.
3. Requires stooping, kneeling, crawling, bending, turning, and reaching.
4. Requires climbing and balancing.
5. Must work indoors and outdoors year-round.
6. Must work in noisy and crowded environments.
7. Must work in and around dust, fumes and odors.

General Responsibilities:
Assist in maintaining school buildings and grounds in top condition.
Assist in promoting the safety, health, and comfort of students and employees in school buildings and grounds.
Maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency in all maintenance and repair projects.
Perform troubleshooting and repair of building distribution systems including low pressure steam distribution, heat exchangers, hot and cold deck systems, air handlers, and pneumatic and digital controls.
Performs HVAC systems inspections and manufacturer recommended preventative maintenance.
Performs major component replacement work in conjunction with central energy management and control system operators.
Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
Will assist in all areas of facilities maintenance and must possess working knowledge of: plumbing, carpentry, electrical, sheet metal and welding.
Move equipment and materials within and between school buildings.
Staff members must not exceed 40 hours of work in a week. More than 40 hours may be assigned, but is not authorized without prior approval from the Assistant Superintendent of Business.
Act as a substitute custodian when necessary.
Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics, and state and federal laws.
13. Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.
14. Stay abreast of new technologies, data management and communication.
15. Comply with legal and regulatory requirements as provided by state and federal law.
16. Uphold and enforce board policy, administrative procedures, and school rules/regulations including but not limited to:
Acceptable use of technology
Sexual and racial harassment
Child abuse reporting
Health and safety including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan
17. Maintain safe and well-organized instructional spaces.
18. Respond to change in a productive manner.
19. Strive to communicate the positive aspects of our school program to the public in word and deed.
20. Other duties as assigned by administration.

Compensation: $22.65/hour base plus compensation for work-related experience, education, certifications and bilingual capabilities.

Apply online at https://www.usd253.org/district/employment.

Maintenance Technician

Topeka Presbyterian Manor

Start your career today! Apply online at https://www.topekapresbyterianmanor.org/careers
Inquire within our office at 785-272-6510

Excellent Benefits listed below! Compensation: $ 14.75/hour with our limited benefit plan

Here at Topeka Presbyterian Manor, we have a special culture of learning, growth, and development. This culture starts with our friendly team. Everything we do is about providing a great experience for our residents and is rooted in our heritage as a faith-based, not for profit organization. We have a wonderful, caring and long-tenured team. We are always looking for the next addition to join us!

Be EMPOWERED to actively participate in the lives of our residents and their families. Join the TPM team to provide the best quality of life and care to our residents.

Maintenance is responsible for maintaining the Community, grounds, and equipment in accordance with current federal, state, and local guidelines and regulations, and Community policies and procedures. Works diligently to ensure that the Community is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner. Advances the value that the resident comes first. The employee values the Community as the resident’s home and works to create attributes of home and models person centered care.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR TRAINING

• High School Diploma or equivalent desired
• Experience in plant maintenance, electrical, and plumbing systems, HVAC and
equipment repair

BENEFITS

PMMA offers a generous employment benefits package that includes health care and insurance benefits, paid time off, scholarships and more for employees that work a minimum of 30 hours a week.

• Nursing Loan Payment Program
• Educational Assistance Scholarship Program
• Paid Time Off
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Continuing Education Units
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance / Dependent Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Short-term disability / Long-term disability
• Group Critical Illness, Accident Insurance and Hospital Indemnity
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts at Various Retailers
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DEMANDS

This position is classified as Heavy Work for physical exertion requirements. Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Lot Maintenance Assistant

We are looking for a team player to provide quality and efficient maintenance support for all the feedlot steel structures and water systems.

This person will be responsible for:

Operating, maintaining, and repairing environmental sprinkler systems.

Maintaining and repairing feedlot fences and steel structures that sustain optimum cattle welfare and containment.

Maintaining and repairing water tanks and main lines.

Ensuring quality and efficient fabrication for new construction.

Supporting Machining Services activities.

Ideal candidate would possess the following qualifications:

Mechanical interest and aptitude.

Welding experience, knowledge, and skills.

Any electrical, hydraulic, and water systems experience.

Commitment to safety and quality culture.

Ability to use analytical techniques for problem solving, coordination, and decision making.

Driven, organized, action-oriented, analytical, and ability to multi-task.

High attention to detail.

Individual must be team oriented.

Proven professional communication, presentation, and customer service skills.

Requirements & Compensation
This position requires:

Individual must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.

Exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally; 25-50 pounds of force frequently; 10-20 pounds of force constantly. Standing, sitting, walking, carrying and lifting/lowering, pushing/pulling, bending, twisting, climbing, reaching/handling/grasping and kneeling/crouching frequently; crawling and stairs occasionally.

Valid Driver’s License.

Compensation Details:

Compensation ranges from $16-$20/hour

$2,500 Hiring Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits which begin on Day 1 of employment (including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, bonus plan, company match 401(k), and more!)

Apply online at https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=24056&clientkey=0E27E0D6F5C048D7D0B27B6CF0BA51A2.

Maintenance Supervisor

Adams Land & Cattle has an exciting leadership opportunity for someone to oversee our Maintenance department. The ideal candidate safety-driven with exceptional communication and employee development skills. This position provides the leadership for a broad and diversified group of technicians with responsibilities for the overall maintenance of our operations, which may include such things as fabrication or repair of large industrial equipment, large project support, maintenance of infrastructure systems, steel structures, facilities, fences, and tank systems.

This person will be responsible for:

Supporting/driving the overall safety strategy of the company. Exemplifying safety expectations.

Providing overall leadership of the Maintenance work group. Delegating tasks to appropriate personnel and providing support as needed.

Prioritizing and organizing preventive, corrective, deferred, and/or emergency maintenance of the feedlot facilities and equipment, including, but not limited to the feed mill, sprinkler systems, processing barn, water wells, etc.

Maintaining and repairing feedlot fences and steel structures that sustain optimum cattle welfare and containment.

Maintaining and repairing water tanks, main lines, bunk pads, neck rails, and other facility infrastructure.

Evaluating, designing, modifying, and repairing equipment.

Maintaining equipment to prevent unnecessary downtime by ensuring it is utilized, cleaned, and maintained properly and that all preventative maintenance is completed in a timely fashion.

Ensuring quality and efficient repair work and fabrication for new construction.

Ensuring that the team maintains appropriate logs and records such as Progressive Beef, Manager Plus, etc.

Leading and managing projects specific to the work group, including prioritizing projects, building/managing project timelines, and coordinating resources.

Overseeing the general cleaning of work areas assigned to the work group.

Assisting with budget development.

Approving invoices for cost center expenditures.

Identifying continuous improvement opportunities to enhance company profitability through reduced expenses and/or increased revenue.

Supporting any/all efforts needed during storm recovery, including oversight and execution of daily recovery efforts.

Communication and Leadership:

Leading shift start-up meetings.

Representing the Maintenance team at Monday morning safety meeting.

Communicating and supporting company strategies and changes.

Training and developing new and current team members, while communicating progress and areas of opportunity to management.

Providing ongoing feedback and recognition to team by setting performance objectives and communicating throughout the year on progress.

Driving accountability by working with Org Development and management to facilitate conflict resolution, performance improvement, and corrective actions to the team.

Screening applicants through interview process and hiring applicable candidates.

Working closely with all levels of the organization and promoting effective and positive relationships with other teams.

Building and maintaining external business relationships. Collaborating with external resources.

Skills and Qualifications:

Commitment to safety and quality culture.

Mechanical interest and aptitude.

Welding, electrical, hydraulic, and water systems experience.

Working knowledge of PLC and programming systems for processing, mill and wells.

Understanding of blue prints and auto cad drawings.

Experience in feedlot operations.

Strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects/work efforts at a time.

Ability to use analytical techniques for problem solving, coordination and decision making.

Driven and action-oriented, with a high attention to detail.

Strong interest in leadership of others.

Excellent training skills.

Team-oriented.

Professional communication (both verbal and written), presentation, and customer service skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Bachelor’s degree preferred; can substitute experience.

Minimum of 2 years of technical and supervisory/leadership experience.

Physical Requirements:

Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly. Extensive walking, climbing stairs, kneeling, stooping up to 90% of working hours. Standing for extended period, up to 50% of working hours. Use of electrical equipment, tools and machinery up to 100% of working hours.

Use of telephone and computer up to 50% of working hours.

Valid Driver’s License.

Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.

Compensation Details

Compensation ranges from $20 to $33/hour.

Comprehensive Benefits that begin on Day 1 of employment (including: medical, dental, vision, paid time off, bonus plan, company match 401(k), and more!)

Apply online at https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=43850&clientkey=0E27E0D6F5C048D7D0B27B6CF0BA51A2.

Mechanical Technician

Adams Land & Cattle is seeking a skilled and versatile individual to oversee and execute the maintenance plan of our fully automated feed mill, including preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs.

This person will be responsible for:

Troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, including motors, variable frequency drives, PLC’s, instrumentation, sensors, and various control systems.

Interpreting basic electrical flows for troubleshooting control systems

Performing electrical work, including attachment of machines to electrical circuits.

Troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining pneumatic and hydraulic systems, including pumps, valves, cylinders, and plumbing.

Conducting mill maintenance and repairs to minimize mill downtime, while also driving production and efficiency.

Becoming a “go to” person or “feed mill authority” on a majority of the mill, flaker, and boiler operations and procedures.

Proficiently using test equipment, such as voltmeters and amp meters.

Ensuring systems operate to meet quality regulations and are optimized for efficiency.

Ensuring all mill and flaker inspections are completed to meet timelines.

Completing all necessary documentation and work orders, in addition to quality and production logs and end of day paperwork.

Maintaining a projects list on a weekly basis in order to schedule repair days.

Organizing and maintaining the mill and flaker inventories so parts and supplies are on hand.

Supporting feedlot personnel as needed for maintaining and repairing facilities around the lot.

Operating various welding and torch equipment.

Actively seeking ways to improve efficiency and cost savings.

Working closely with all levels of the organization.

Serving as the on-call contact for nights and weekends; responding to emergency or high priority work which may, on occasion, be outside of normal working hours.

Skills and qualifications:

Mechanical interest and aptitude.

Electrical interest and aptitude.

Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and water systems experience.

Welding experience, knowledge, and skills.

Experience with PLC’s a plus.

Exhibits mentoring and leadership skills.

Commitment to safety and quality culture.

Excellent verbal communication

Self-starter and ability to work independently

Ability to use analytical techniques for problem solving, coordination, and decision making.

Driven, organized, action-oriented, analytical, and able to multi-task.

Individual must be team oriented.

Technical / Vocational degree is preferred.

Proven professional communication and customer service skills.

Physical requirements:

Exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally; 25-50 pounds of force frequently; 10-20 pounds of force constantly. Standing, sitting, walking, carrying, and lifting/lowering frequently; pushing/pulling, bending, twisting, climbing, reaching/handling/grasping, and kneeling/crouching occasionally; crawling and stairs rarely.

Valid driver’s license

Compensation Details:

$25.00-$30.00 per hour

$5,000 Hiring Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits Package which begins on Day 1 of employment (including: medical, dental, vision, bonus plan, paid time off, company match 401(k), and more!).

Apply online at https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=43099&clientkey=0E27E0D6F5C048D7D0B27B6CF0BA51A2.