Journeyman Painter - Campus Finishing Shop

University of Wisconsin; Madison, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Painter within FP&M Finishing Shop to provide journeyman painting across diverse facilities, supporting renovations and maintenance. The role emphasizes customer service, safety, and collaboration with a large trades team to keep campus spaces vibrant and functional.

Work will be performed onsite with a regular 7:00am–3:30pm schedule, some nights/weekends may be required, and full-time 100% FTE.

Qualifications

• Painting & Decorating Apprenticeship or 6,240 hours of related experience.
• Ability to work in (small/large) teams.
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers.
• Effective verbal and written digital communication (email, phone, and text).
• Ability to work independently.
• Driver's License Required - Valid and Meets UW Risk Management Standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare wall surfaces to remove/install various types of wall coverings.
• Reviews finished projects with client/customer. Maintains records and reports of work status and completion according to established deadlines and expectations.
• Prepares and levels dry wall.
• Cleans work area upon completion of projects according to established guidelines and expectations.
• Responsible for lead abatement activity to include the disposal of lead based materials according to federal and state regulations.
• Interprets blueprints and drawings to assess and determine specifications and calculate the materials and equipment required. Discusses project plan with customer/client.
• Gathers materials, prepares work area, and maintains equipment and supplies needed for jobs.
• Completes skilled painting work, color matching, and mixing according to established trade standards and applicable building and safety codes.
• Apply paint using various types of spray equipment, including maintenance of equipment to ensure proper operation.

Skills

Painting

Teamwork

Customer communication

Verbal & written communication

Independent work

Driver's license

Education

Painting & Decorating Apprenticeship or 6,240 hours

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Painter within FP&M Finishing Shop to provide journeyman painting across diverse facilities, supporting renovations and maintenance. The role emphasizes customer service, safety, and collaboration with a large trades team to keep campus spaces vibrant and functional.

Work will be performed onsite with a regular 7:00am–3:30pm schedule, some nights/weekends may be required, and full-time 100% FTE.