Campus Painter & Finishing Specialist

University of Wisconsin-Madison; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 84,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Savings plan

Wisconsin Retirement System

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Journeyperson Painter to support the Division of Facilities Planning & Management. The role covers painting across a diverse set of facilities, including renovation and maintenance work, and is part of a large team of trades workers dedicated to safe, high-quality work for students, staff, faculty and guests.

Hours are Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm, with occasional nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• 6,240 hours of related experience or an Apprenticeship required.
• Ability to work in small/large teams.
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers.
• Effective verbal and written digital communication (email, phone, text).
• Ability to work independently.
• Valid driver's license per UW Risk Management standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare wall surfaces to remove/install wall coverings.
• Review projects with client and maintain records of work status and completion.
• Prepare and level drywall.
• Clean work area after project completion.
• Lead abatement activities per regulations.
• Interpret blueprints to assess specifications and materials needed.
• Gather materials and maintain equipment and supplies.
• Complete skilled painting work including color matching and mixing.
• Apply paint using spray equipment and maintain equipment.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer communication

Independent work

Verbal & written communication

Driver's License

Education

Painting & Decorating Apprenticeship or 6,240 hours experience

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Journeyperson Painter to support the Division of Facilities Planning & Management. The role covers painting across a diverse set of facilities, including renovation and maintenance work, and is part of a large team of trades workers dedicated to safe, high-quality work for students, staff, faculty and guests.

Hours are Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm, with occasional nights, weekends, and holidays.