Painter Foreman

Posting number: 418-223698-JAS

Department: DPS-Office of Management & Finance

Job classification: PAINTER FOREMAN

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Building Maintenance, Miscellaneous, Construction Maintenance, Grounds & Landscaping

Summary

At the Office of Management and Finance, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity. 

We’re looking for a Painter Foreman to join our Facility Services Division. This position will oversee all painting work orders on the Department of Public Safety campus.

If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact—this could be the opportunity for you!

Examples of dutiesTwo years of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been on-the-job experience:

Four years of experience or training in the painting trade. QualificationsThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Supplemental information

Job Duties:  

This position is for a Painter Foreman in the Facilities Services section, of DPS/Office of Management and Finance. Below is a list of duties and tasks associated with this position:

-Plans and directs activities of paint shop trustees as it pertains to painting duties for all buildings on the Department of Public Safety campus. Follows and completes assigned painting work orders including construction; remodeling; repair of building structures; fixtures; metal and wood doors, and other related items, to include all staining, sealing, mud ding, painting, etc. Supervision is exercised over trustees assigned to the Paint shop.

-Read blueprints to layout work, review drawings, and specifications for a new project. Figure material, equipment, supplies and labor. Incumbent examines specifications from vendors to guarantee that they are fair and in compliance with the purchasing guidelines of the Division of Administration. Inspect all work from vendors to ensure accuracy of completed paint and sheetrock jobs. Surveys assigned jobs and ensures that sufficient and proper materials and tools are on hand to complete tasks.

-Requisitions supplies and equipment; maintains check on materials requirements and sees to it that supplies are available; estimates cost of jobs and amounts of materials necessary.

-Advises Maintenance Superintendent on all maintenance and paint problems, as well as progress of ongoing projects.

-Inspects surfaces for cleanliness and readiness for painting.

-Assists Maintenance Superintendent in developing policies and procedures as well as establishing painting programs for Facility Services. Maintains cost and time records of projects supervised. Performs other maintenance related duties as assigned by the supervisors. Supervises and maintains hourly/daily track of assigned Facility Services inmates.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:   Job Appointment

Work Schedule: Work hours are 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Tuesday - Friday.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.   

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.  

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.  

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. 

For further information regarding this posting, please contact:

DPS/Human Resources
Human Resources Analyst B: Joel Sunsin
Ph: 225-925-6068
Address: 7979 Independence Blvd. Ste 201 
Baton Rouge, LA, 70808
Email: DPSEmployeeAdministration@La.Gov