Painter III

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date 08/18/2025 Closing date Open Until Filled Yes Position Number 1129263 Position Title Painter III Hiring Range Minimum $34.98 Hiring Range Maximum $34.98 Union Type SEIU SEIU Level O FLSA Status Non-Exempt Employment Category Regular Full Time Scheduled Months per Year 12 Scheduled Hours per Week 40 Schedule

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7.30am-4.00pm; Saturday/Sunday off

Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only Is this a term position? No If yes, length of term in months. n/a Is this a grant funded position? No Position Purpose

The Painter III completes expert-level painting projects requiring attention to appearance, function and durability. Works as lead member of a crew assigned to all levels of project, also works independently or with peers. Prepares surfaces for new coating materials, mixing coating materials according to specifications, applies coating materials to a variety of surfaces where appearance as well as surface protection are important, and is responsible for the care and maintenance of the tools and equipment employed in the painter's trade. Inspects complex, large scope or high priority work sites and inspects/audits sites once completed to confirm expectations are met. The Painter III is an expert level position with high level of skill and proficiency in the execution of painting duties and site supervision.

Description Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp High School or equivalency Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Minimum seven to 10 years of commercial/institutional painting, staining and furniture refinishing experience; or the equivalent.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Ability to interact successfully with the College community in a service-oriented environment.
• Expert knowledge of standard surface preparation and coating application methods and techniques, including the skill necessary to meet specifications regarding match, texture, decoration, thickness, and level, on wall surfaces, architectural woodwork, and furniture.
• Expert knowledge of the use and maintenance of standard surface preparation and painting tools and equipment.
• Expert knowledge of chemicals to assist with removal of paints, urethanes, varnish, rust, and other difficult conditions that need in-depth preparation for finished product.
• Expert knowledge of building up, shaping, and levelling surfaces with various patching compounds.
• Expert knowledge of and requisite skill to obtain finely smoothed surfaces.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work independently under minimal supervision, exercising sound judgment and applying strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service skills and good communications skills; ability to communicate work to be performed with college employees and building occupants.
• Computer skills including basic word processing, email, spreadsheets, smartphones or tablets.
• Ability to document and record issues and procedures.
• Ability to perform demanding physical activity, work at heights and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity under physically difficult and/or strenuous conditions.
• Knowledge of safety regulations applicable to the use of ladders, ropes, harnesses, and scaffolds.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.

Must have successfully completed the following training prior to performing work to which the training relates:

• Driver Safety
• OSHA 10 Hour class
• Hazard Communication
• Respirator (including fit and physical?)
• Asbestos Awareness
• EPA RRP Lead Training

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work at heights, including on aerial lift/scissor platforms

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Campus Services HR Department Contact Phone Number ... Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Supervisor, Building Repair Shop Department Contact's Phone Number Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

UNION POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING. AFTER ONE WEEK OF POSTING, IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY, IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY. OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM 8/18/25 THROUGH 8/25/25

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.

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Key Accountabilities

Description

Responsibilities

• Inspects work sites of all sizes and scope to determine procedure, material, tools and methodology needed. After work of junior technicians is completed, inspects/audits to confirm that work order requirements and expectations are met.
• Requests work orders, orders materials/services required for repairs.
• Communicates directly and respectfully with building occupants, who may be inconvenienced or affected by scheduled work.
• Proficient in preparing the surfaces for new finish, removing old finishes when necessary.
• Proficient in preparing new work, for example plugging holes, cleaning, final sanding.
• Proficient in repairing surfaces using putty, plaster, joint compound, or other appropriate material.
• Selects pre-mixed paints/stains including enamels, specialty paints, varnishes, stains, lacquers, & shellacs. Creates custom colors including enamels, specialty paints, varnishes, stains, lacquers, epoxies. Thins, stirs and mixes coating materials according to specific directions and needs. Matches, tints, tones and blends coating materials. Prepares products per manufacturer's instructions.
• Uses mechanical mixer for volume blending.
• Proficient in applying products using appropriate brushes, rollers, spray, or other appropriate method.
• Proficient in applying products including paints, stains and clear coat products, including using spray equipment to apply paints in the spray booth.
• Proficient in applying special finish appearances such as simulating wood grain, marble, brick, tile, etc.
• Meets specifications regarding match, texture, decoration, thickness, and level, on wall surfaces, architectural woodwork, and furniture.
• Refinishes furniture and architectural woodwork to match existing. Proficient in preserving and restoration of historical assets.
• Assures the coating finish meets surface protection requirements.
• Cleans brushes, rollers, spray equipment, and other equipment; safely disposes of used paints and rags.
• Protects surrounding areas.
• Uses ladders, scaffold, &/or platform as appropriate in a safe manner.
• Provides cost estimates; orders supplies and products for the shop and contractors.

Percentage Of Time Description

Mentorship

• Works with junior technicians on painting projects, explaining the procedures being performed and the reasoning behind those actions. Allows technicians to perform tasks when qualified.

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Working Conditions

• Works from ladders, scaffolds, platforms, aerial lifts.
• Work requires bending, kneeling, standing, climbing, and working in stretched, cramped or awkward positions.
• Work involves regular lifting, carrying, or holding objects weighing up to 80lbs.
• Work is performed indoors, outdoors, and in areas that are dirty, or smoky and where fumes are present.
• Is exposed to cuts and bruises and more serious injuries while working on ladders, scaffolds, etc.
• Work involves wearing special or protective clothing such as aprons or overalls, gloves, and goggles.

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Working Environment

• Laboratory settings
• Commercial kitchen settings
• Mechanical/electric rooms
• Ladders/staging
• Roofs
• Private offices/public spaces
• Student residential housing

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Culture and Employee Belonging

We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.

• Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Participates in division wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect).
• Willingness to foster a growth mindset in the areas of improving culture and inclusion across the division.

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• -- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others. -- Performs other duties as assigned.

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Documents Needed to Apply

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Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter