Painter (Fixed Duration/Temporary)

PAINTER (Fixed Duration/Temporary)

Req #:246083

Department:HOUSING AND FOOD SERVICES (HFS)

Appointing Department Web Address:

Job Location:Seattle Campus

Posting Date:05/19/2025

Closing Info:Closes On 06/03/2025

Salary:$4747 - $6302 per month

Other Compensation:

Union Position:Yes

Shift:First Shift

Benefits:As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

UW's Housing & Food Services has an outstanding opportunity open for a Temporary Painter.

Description of Duties

Prepare surfaces for painting or finishing by scraping, sanding, washing, or otherwise removing dirt, grease, old finishes, and rust scale; remove paint from surfaces by using sanders, wire brushes and paint and varnish removers.

Paint walls, and trim with latex and oil-based paints using best practices and methods.

Apply primers, sealers, stains, and undercoats with brushes, rollers, or spray-painting equipment

Make minor repairs in plaster, sheetrock, metal, wood, and masonry surfaces by filling with putty, caulks or Spackle.

Apply texture material to walls and ceilings

Tape and flush smooth sheetrock joints using trowels, taping knives and other taping equipment.

Prepare and finish or refinish woodwork, cabinetry, and floors.

Capable of wearing a respirator when required.

Work with airless spray guns, power rollers, and power-wash equipment.

Clean brushes, rollers, spray and other painting equipment with water, solvent, thinner, or other appropriate cleaners to keep tools in good working condition.

Operate hand and power tools

Install and work from ladders, scaffolding and other work platforms.

Coordinate services with HFS Facilities Services and Planning staff and other units, including Physical Plant.

Maintain work logs and records.

Drive service truck as required; load and unload materials and supplies.

May lead or instruct helpers or other painters as required.

May train students or helpers in skilled painting techniques and best practices.

Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a painter; OR full journey status as a painter in a union; OR four years of applicable work experience. Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis. May require valid State of Washington driver's license.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience working directly with customers or clients

Experience working in a multi-tenant residential or university environment

Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel

Experience and references that demonstrate:

Ability to read, write and communicate verbal instructions in English

Ability to work with a diverse workgroup

Ability to coordinate work with other trades

Ability to work under general supervision where work is carried out independently and evaluated on results achieved.

Ability to use the Internet, email and basic computer applications.

Conditions of Employment

A satisfactory outcome from the employment verification and reference check processes.

Possession of a valid Washington State Driver's License upon hire and maintenance thereafter.

Application Process:

The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter, and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select Apply to this position. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your My Jobs page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.