Job Description:

Sahuarita Unified School District #30 Sahuarita, AZ

With sunny weather and breathtaking desert-mountain scenery as our daily backdrop, Sahuarita Unified School District (SUSD#30) serves approximately 6,300 students in a boundary of 606 square miles in an area located just south of Tucson, Arizona. There are four elementary schools, two K-8 schools, one middle school, two high schools, an alternative secondary school, one fully online school, and an early childhood center. SUSD#30 is focused on working as a team to bolster student success, being connected to and involved in the community, and having a sense of meaning behind all we do because SUSD#30 understands how important education and the lives of children are in a community.

Sahuarita Unified School District is seeking multiple paraprofessionals assisting Special Education teachers and special needs students from Kinder through 12th grade. 

Sahuarita Unified School District
Vision: Excellence
Mission: Working as a Team to Help Every Student Succeed

TITLE:  Painter
 
WORK SCHEDULE:  12 month
 
SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Group C

• $15.25/hr (to start)

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
PAINTS A VARIETY OF SURFACES UTILIZING VARIOUS PAINTING TECHNIQUES. POWER WASH SURFACES, HANG DRYWALL.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Cleans and prepares surfaces for paint application using spray, brush and roller techniques, make repairs to various surfaces prior to painting.
• Determines appropriate painting technique (spray, brush, roller, etc.) for application to a variety of surfaces.
• Determines what is appropriate given the area that is to be painted (i.e. – not using spray paint when children are in the vicinity.)
• Rigs scaffolding and other structures from which to paint. Runs the bucket truck when necessary to complete the job.
• Prepares and mixes materials such as paint, varnishes, epoxies, stains, Stucco Patch and other coatings.
• Preps, sands, tapes, seals and finishes furniture and other surfaces. When necessary, move furniture to Paint Shop for completion.
• Installs and points up drywall using a variety of techniques. Match existing texture.
• Paints lines for athletic courts, parking lots and school playgrounds, including painting games such as hopscotch.
• Completes work order forms to indicate time and materials used.
• Apply 3 coat finishing surface to ADA access ramps. Follow ADA standards in painting parking lots, making handicap van accessible.
• Power wash or use chemicals for graffiti removal, reseal brick/concrete walls.
• Cleans and maintains painting equipment and tools.
• Identify and report hazardous materials, i.e. lead based paint, asbestos to supervisor.
• Spray paint furniture as required
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS  
A.  REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Three years of experience preferred (journeyman level competency) in various painting techniques or completion of an accredited training program in the trade.
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.
• Ability to communicate and work well with staff and the general public.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona drivers license.  

B.  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift 75 lbs. up to 75 yards without assistance;
• Ability to climb and/or work from ladders routinely. 

C.  COMMITMENT & DEPENDABILITY

• Willingness to perform as an integral member of a successful team;
• Dedication to providing the highest level of service;
• Adherence to policies and procedures. 

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
 
A.  TIME MANAGEMENT:  Routine work with some planning needed;
B.  STRESS MANAGEMENT:  Low stress with time deadlines;
C.  PUBLIC CONTACT:  Interacts primarily with other employees;
D.  LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY:  Must use sound judgment in performing job;

EVALUATION PROCEDURE:  In accordance with provisions specified in governing board policy.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:  Director of Facilities

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:  None.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: Sahuarita Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex or disability in admission or access to , or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.


APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  Apply online.  To view similar jobs and for more information on our District, please go to:  www.susd30.us/apply

SUSD30 offers over 100+ Professional Development Courses to help enrich educators lives, improve personal wellness, mental health/avoid burnout, and support professional success.

All Staff accrues paid sick time and are given 3 personal days every fiscal year. 

Available District Employment Benefits:

• Health Insurance w/Vision
• Long Term Disability
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement through ASRS

Contact and Application Information:

Alena Lancour, Human Resources Specialist, Recruitment
Sahuarita Unified School District#30
350 W. Sahuarita Rd, Sahuarita, AZ 85629

Email: alena.lancour@sahuarita.net
Phone: (520) 625-3502 ext 1049
Website: https://susd30.us