Journeyman Painter – Healthcare Facility Specialist

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health in San Diego, CA seeks a skilled journeyman painter to maintain and repair university facilities, including patching and drywall tasks. The role involves working across hospital buildings and support spaces to ensure finishes meet safety and quality standards.

Respond to the Hospital Emergency Response Team, perform smoke and fire-wall inspections and repairs, and read blueprints for accurate execution. Hours may vary, with duties spanning multiple locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Five years direct painting journeyman experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Strong knowledge of tools, equipment and trade products.
• Familiarity with EPA codes and regulations related to painting.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled journeyman painting tasks for maintenance and repair of university properties.
• Respond to Hospital Emergency Response Team and perform code triage, inspections and repairs as needed.
• Patch drywall, minor carpentry related to finished painting and wall/floor coverings.

Skills

Journeyman painting experience

Blueprint reading

Knowledge of painting tools & products

EPA codes knowledge

Paint mixing & application

Airless/pressure equipment use

Job description

UC San Diego Health in San Diego, CA seeks a skilled journeyman painter to maintain and repair university facilities, including patching and drywall tasks. The role involves working across hospital buildings and support spaces to ensure finishes meet safety and quality standards.

Respond to the Hospital Emergency Response Team, perform smoke and fire-wall inspections and repairs, and read blueprints for accurate execution. Hours may vary, with duties spanning multiple locations as needed.