Continuing, Sessional, Painter

University of Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Victoria in Victoria, BC is seeking a Sessional Painter (S9945.30) to perform journeyman painting tasks across campus facilities, maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Candidates must have completed apprenticeship and hold a Painter's Qualification, possess a valid BC driver's license, and be willing to work full-time hours on a part-year basis, typically 7 months per year, with hours 8am–4pm. Union CUPE 917 staff present.

Qualifications

• Must have completed apprenticeship and hold current Painter's Qualification.
• Journeyman level skills and proficiency in performing painter trades tasks.
• Valid B.C. driver's licence required to drive a light truck in performance of above duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide journeyman level painting services for buildings, fixtures, furniture, parking lot areas, etc.
• Mix colours, lacquers, varnishes and stains.
• Apply floor tiles, resilient coverings and baseboards.
• Glazes windows and cabinets. Maintains tools, equipment and supplies used. Maintains safe working conditions.

Skills

Journeyman level

Painter trades

Education

Apprenticeship completed

Tools

Painting tools

Job description

Continuing, Sessional, Painter - (S9945.30)

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Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> VP Finance and Operations -> Facilities Management

Location

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

20 October 2026

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE

1.0

Salary Grade

$5,891.00 - $5,962.00

Additional Posting Information:

N/A

Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.

Hours of Work

Mon - Fri, 8am - 4pm

Employee Group:

CUPE 917 - Regular

# of Hires Needed

1

Position Number

998333

Category

Building and Grounds Maintenance, Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Other

About this Opportunity

Sessional employees work full time hours on a part year basis, typically 7 months per year.

As stewards of the campus, Facilities Management (FMGT) fosters and enriches an inviting and functional environment that welcomes and supports all who come here. Facilities Management’s customers include Deans, departments, faculty, staff and students. The department’s branches work together as a team to ensure a high standard of customer service delivery, as well as the provision of capital projects, and effective, efficient and safe performance for the operation and maintenance of campus buildings.

A willingness and ability to work any recognized shift, including weekends, is expected.From time to time, hours of work may be adjusted to suit operational needs.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Head Painter provides journeyman level painting skills for buildings, fixtures, furniture, parking lot areas, etc. using a variety of techniques and equipment. Mixes colours, lacquers, varnishes and stains. Applies floor tiles, resilient coverings and baseboards. Glazes windows and cabinets. Applies caulking materials to repair leaks in buildings. Applies various wall coverings including paper and vinyl. Maintains tools, equipment and supplies used. Maintains safe working conditions.

Job Requirements

Must have completed apprenticeship and hold current Painter's Qualification. Journeyman (M/F) level skills and demonstrated proficiency in performing painter trades tasks. Sufficient strength and coordination to work from ladders and staging and use all tools of the trade. Valid B.C. driver's licence required to drive a light truck in performance of above duties.

Territory Acknowledgement:

We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity Statement:

UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups .

Accessibility Statement:

If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: [e-mail] Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

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