Journey Painter

Journey Painter Colorado State University - 4.2 Fort Collins, CO Job Details Full-time $4,238 - $5,085 a month 15 hours ago Qualifications Construction painting Mid-level Industrial painting Driver's License Bachelor's degree Human resources Commercial painting 4 years Associate's degree Construction estimating Full Job Description Position Location Fort Collins, CO 80523 Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person Type of Position Full-time Classification Title Structural Trades II Posting Number 202500071P Position Type State Classified Open Date 08/20/2025 Close Date 09/03/2025 Salary $4,238 - $5,085 monthly + Full Benefits Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. Review our detailed benefits information here. Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here . For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator . State Classified Hourly No Description of Work Unit Provide construction and remodel service to the various departments on campus to fulfill the mission of the university community. Position Summary The position will exist to provide fully functioning Journeyman level painting services including prep, prime, paint, match and mix. . Minimum Qualifications To be considered for this position, candidates must demonstrate in the application materials: Experience Only: Four (4) years of full-time relevant experience in a commercial painting position. OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in commercial painting equal to (4) years. *Please note, unofficial or official transcripts must be attached if utilizing education to meet the minimum qualifications. Substitutions Preferred Qualifications The highly desired candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, personal characteristics, and experience directly related and critical to this position: Paint matching experience Industrial paint experience Spray booth experience Commercial Painting experience Directly related state service experience Essential Job Duties Job Duty Category Surface Prep Duty/Responsibility Provide journey level painting skills for preparation of surfaces for commercial and institutional remodel projects. Includes patching, sanding, caulking, applying primer for the application of paint, stain and sealers to existing and new ceiling walls, soffits and other surfaces. Percentage Of Time 15% Job Duty Category Masking and Taping Duty/Responsibility Mask and tape surfaces in commercial and institutional remodel projects for appropriate application of applied paint, stains and sealers. Also to protect other surfaces not being painted and to minimize mists, overspray and clean up. Percentage Of Time 15% Job Duty Category Cutting and Rolling Duty/Responsibility Provide Journey level painting skills with cutting and rolling surfaces in commercial and institutional remodel projects to ensure proper application of product, minimize lines, brush marks, etc. Percentage Of Time 25% Job Duty Category Trim and Painting Duty/Responsibility Provide journey level painting skills for accurate trim painting, for commercial and institutional remodel projects. Percentage Of Time 15% Job Duty Category Material take offs Duty/Responsibility Provide journey level painter skills with reading project drawing, accessing materials and consumables required for projects, single trades and ordering or purchasing. Also using these skills to support supervisor with estimating demands. Percentage Of Time 15% Job Duty Category Clean Project Sites Duty/Responsibility Clean project sites, clean and maintain painting, moving tools/equipment and vehicles. Percentage Of Time 10% Job Duty Category Other Duties As Assigned Duty/Responsibility Performs other duties as assigns Percentage Of Time 5% Application Details Special Instructions to Applicants APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION Clearly document job duties you have performed that relate to minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, and essential job duties in the Work Experience section on the application. Human Resources must be able to evaluate your experience based on this information. Clearly outline dates of employment and hours worked per week for each employment experience listed in the Work Experience section of the Application so that Human Resources can calculate full-time work experience. Please note: Part-time experience will be calculated to determine the full-time equivalent. The Work Experienc e is the only document that will be utilized to determine if minimum qualifications, as outlined in the job posting, have been met. The Application is considered to be the legal document on file; resumes will not be reviewed for minimum qualification requirements. Applicants may redact information from this initial application that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS If an Application is considered Incomplete, the Application will be removed from consideration for the position. An Application is incomplete if no current/ previous employment is included in the Work Experience section of the Application. An Application is incomplete if see resume (or something similar) is noted, or previous employment does not contain job duties for every position in the Work Experience section of the Application. Positions requiring a degree or if using education as a substitution for work experience (e.g.: Associate or Bachelor's) transcripts are required in order to verify receipt of the required degree or coursework. If official or unofficial transcripts are not supplied at the time of application, the Application is incomplete. RESUMES When a resume is listed as a required document, it may be used in the comparative analysis/ evaluation process to determine the candidates that most closely meet the qualifications of the position. This process occurs after an application has passed the minimum qualifications screening. Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application; however, some positions may still require a resume as a component for complete application materials. Please see the Required Documents section of the posting. NOTES Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason. The selection process for State Classified positions may include an exam(s) and interview(s) which require candidates to physically appear (at the CSU campus in Fort Collins, CO) at the candidates' own expense. Pertinent updates to your Application status can be obtained by logging into your application account at All status updates for this position will be sent via email from , , OR the TA Team Member facilitating the search process. In addition to your Inbox, remember to check the Deleted and Junk folders for these important communications. FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO : Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30. All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately. Department Contact Information Human Resources - Talent Acquisition Team, at or call (970) 491- MyHR(6947). Please check the Help link online at for assistance on your application or for answers to Frequently Asked Questions. All other inquiries should be directed to the Colorado State University Human Resources Office at or (970) 491- MyHR(6947). Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Pre-employment Physical, Valid Driver's License - Colorado Driver's license, Essential Services Designation - Required to be on duty to perform essential and/or emergency services of the agency without delay or interruption., , Shift Work - After hours on-call for emergencies and for planned overtime to meet customer needs , On-call Status - After hours on-call for emergencies and for planned overtime to meet customer needs EEO Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. Employment and Appeal Rights If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb . A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: .... Phone: .... The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.