Drywall/Plasterer or Senior Drywall/Plasterer

Facilities Management’s Health System Physical Plant at the University of Virginia has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Drywall/Plasterer or a Senior Drywall/Plasterer with our Renovations Team. This position will be filled at either level based on finalist candidate qualifications.

Drywall/Plasterers in our Renovations are crucial in supporting renovation projects, general maintenance, and emergency repairs within our Health System Complex. The incumbent performs the installation of and fine finishing of drywall and plastering, along with painting in patient care areas. Successful candidates will be customer-oriented with positive communication skills, quick thinking and adaptive to resolve issues, and committed to quality in support the health and wellness of the UVA Health community.

We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. If you're passionate about your craft and committed to providing exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply.

Plasterer Responsibilities:

• Prepare and mix materials according to specifications.
  
• Apply first coat or finish coat of plaster using plastering devices such as trawls. Patch plaster breaks and cracks.
  
• Execute projects based on estimates and materials provided by management.
  
• Perform all work in accordance with safety rules and procedures, such as OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations, National Electrical Code, Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA), and The Joint Commission.
  
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
  

Senior Plasterer Responsibilities:

• Lead projects, provide technical guidance to junior drywall/plasterers, and inspect the quality of work
  
• Assist supervisor in coordinating daily assignments among different jobs
  
• Inform customers of job status, reasons for and duration of expected delays, as well as refer customers to the supervisor when appropriate.
  
• Foster a safe work environment by instructing and monitoring compliance of OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations, National Electrical Code, Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA), and The Joint Commission.
  
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
  

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
  
• Four [4] years of experience for Drywall/Plasterer and Seven [7] years of experience for the Senior level.
  
• Vaccination: This position requires compliance with UVA Health Policy OCH-002 .
  
• Experience in a health care environment is preferred.
  

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.

Anticipated Salary:

• Drywall/Plasterer: $24.50 - $27.00/hr; actual starting salary will be commensurate with experience.
  
• Senior Drywall/Plasterer: $27.00- $32.00/hr; actual starting salary will be commensurate with experience.
  

These are full-time positions with UVA benefits . Employee benefits package highlights include:

• 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; up to 18 paid holidays each year; and 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.
  

Selected candidates will be required to complete all required background checks prior to the first day of employment.

This position will remain open until filled.

References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process Skill Survey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.

For questions about the application process, please contact Marcus Rozier, Academic Recruiter at hjv5vm@virginia.edu .

The University of Virginia, i ncluding 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.