Lead Painter: Interiors, Exteriors & Finishes

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University seeks a skilled painter to maintain and beautify university buildings and interiors. The role involves hand brush, roller, and spray painting, surface preparation, color matching, and applying decorative and protective finishes. The candidate will plan work sequences, estimate materials, and may assist in training new staff.

The position is based on site at Duke University. Requirements include a high school diploma with shop coursework and at least two years of painting

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with shop coursework.
• 2 years of painting experience in interior and exterior surfaces.
• Ability to estimate time and materials for painting jobs.
• Knowledge of decorative and protective finishes.

Responsibilities

• Paint university buildings, areas, equipment and furniture using brush, roller and spray.
• Prepare surfaces and mix colors to proper match.
• Apply trim and decorative finishes to interiors.
• Determine sequences of painting work and material needs; plan time and costs.
• Review work and assist in training new employees.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Painting

Color matching

Attention to detail

Scaffolding safety

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Duke University seeks a skilled painter to maintain and beautify university buildings and interiors. The role involves hand brush, roller, and spray painting, surface preparation, color matching, and applying decorative and protective finishes. The candidate will plan work sequences, estimate materials, and may assist in training new staff.

The position is based on site at Duke University. Requirements include a high school diploma with shop coursework and at least two years of painting