Drywall/Plaster Assistant

Facilities Management (FM) supports the University of Virginia's wide range of research, academic and patient care programs. With over 1,200 employees dedicated to excellence, Facilities Management is responsible for the day-to-day operation, repair, and maintenance of UVA's buildings, infrastructure and grounds, as well as other University-owned and leased properties.

FM's Capitol Construction and Renovations (CCR) team has an exciting opportunity for a Drywall/Plaster Assistant. CCR supports FM's goal of providing consistent, cost-effective, and reliable electrical construction and maintenance to the University community.

Position Summary:

Drywall/Plaster Assistants support the work of licensed journey level drywall/plasterers, seniors, and supervisors while becoming more skilled in the trade. They help ensure the highest quality trade products for the University and Medical Center. They learn the skilled Drywall/Plaster trade through on-the-job training, from skilled Drywall/Plasterers. Through their work with skilled Drywall/Plasterers they become experienced. Drywall/Plaster Assistants function in a learning capacity and operate under direct supervision.

Duties Include:

• Assist skilled journey level Drywall/Plasterers in performing building construction, assessing problems, undertaking corrective actions, and site cleanup.

• Assist Drywall/Plasterers with the demo repair and new installation of finishing drywall to include plaster system.

• Assist Drywall/Plasterers with preparatory of surface to include scaffold and the erection of scaffold.

• Respond to emergency calls, including nights and weekends, as needed.

• Communicate with customers regarding the status of work order, providing additional support and problem solving, as needed.

• Perform all work in accordance with safety rules and procedures, such as OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations.

• Develop an increasing familiarity with the skills and best practices of drywall/plaster trade.

• Actively participate in classroom and on-the-job training.

• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Ability to use hand tools and power tools related to the trade

• Ability to lift 80lbs

• Ability to use and work from ladders and scaffold

Preferred Qualifications

• Some experience in the Drywall Plaster trade

For this position, the selected candidate will need to complete the required background checks, including a health screen prior to their start date.

Compensation:

Anticipated Hiring Range: $18.00 - $22.00 ($37,440 - $45,760 per year). This is a full-time position with UVA benefits. Employee benefits package highlights include:

• 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service Leave

• Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs

• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System

• Tuition and professional development benefits

• Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year

Physical Demands:

Employee will be required to lift various weights, climb ladders and stairs in order to complete jobs. The use of both hands and a repetitive motion will be required while performing duties.

To Apply:

Apply online at http://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0066758/Drywall-Plaster-Assistant.Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile.Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials:

• Resume

***Please note that you MUST upload ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS into the CV/Resume box, into which multiple documents can be uploaded. Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration.***

This position will remain open until filled.

Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Marcus Rozier, Academic Recruiter, at hjv5vm@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.