Multi-Craft Painter

University of Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Multi-Craft Painter to perform journey level technical painting and carpentry repairs in residential facilities. This role requires at least five years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of painting techniques, and the ability to work effectively with a team.

Benefits

100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of building construction and mechanical work.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment common to the trades.
• More than 5 years of journey level experience in painting.

Responsibilities

• Provide journey level work for painting and carpentry repairs.
• Use troubleshooting techniques to identify paint and related materials.
• Promote professional development through ongoing training.

Skills

Painting techniques

Carpentry repairs

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

BENEFITS: UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/ to learn more about the total benefits offered when you join our team!

Purpose

To provide journey level technical painting and related skills in the performance of work required for the maintenance, repair, and operation of the assigned residential facilities maintenance zone.

Responsibilities

Provide journey level work for painting and carpentry repairs. Knowledgeable with painting techniques, products and the application to various surface materials with the use of brush, roller, airless, HVLP, and spray guns. Knowledgeable in applying stain and varnish for new and refinish of existing stained and varnished surfaces.

Repair, tape, texture, and float drywall. Repair and apply acoustic finishes. Perform and assist other craft work when directed or workload requires. Repair and install sheetrock, siding, paneling, lath, and plaster.

Analyze computer-generated work orders and prioritize repairs. Use troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques to identify paint and related materials as well as maintain painting equipment. Charge out all material and account for all inventory used and return unused back into the inventory system.

Drive a UT vehicle to work site, transporting equipment and supplies as needed to perform routine and preventive maintenance, and/or repairs.

Demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills. Communicate with supervisor, staff, and student residents regarding needed repairs and work order status. Follow through with written and oral instructions from supervisor.

Complete and submit paperwork in an accurate and timely manner. Ensure that all safety protocols are followed and ensure to properly report any unsafe condition and fill out the required report of injury form if injured.

Promote professional development of self and all staff to improve knowledge and work skills through ongoing training and workshops.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

At least 5 years of building construction, mechanical, work-related or utilities trade specified with 3 years of journey level training.

Knowledge and use of tools and equipment common to the trades specified.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

More than five (5) years of journey level experience in the painting trade.

More than five (5) years of experience or journey level experience in the following: drywall, plaster, small carpentry.

Commercial and remodeling experience.

Experience in maintenance and repair of resident rooms and apartments.

Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to receive, respond, and follow through with written and verbal work-related instructions from supervisors, and co-workers.

Driving Required

This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

Salary Range

Working Conditions

Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)

May work in all weather conditions

May work in extreme temperatures

May work around chemical fumes

May work around standard office conditions

May work around chemicals

May work around electrical and mechanical hazards

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Use of manual dexterity

Climbing of ladders

Pushing, pulling, and moving a max force of 212 lbs.

Lifting and moving 80 lbs.

The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete testing for strength and agility prior to employment

Work Shift

Monday - Friday, 7:30AM - 4:30PM. Workdays, area, and hours may vary based on the department's needs.

Required Materials

Resume/CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Job Posting Title:

Multi-Craft Painter

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Hiring Department:

University Housing and Dining

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Jun 11, 2025

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

BENEFITS: UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

• Free Capital Metro bus rides

• Retirement contributions

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

• Career growth & professional development

Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/ to learn more about the total benefits offered when you join our team!

Purpose

To provide journey level technical painting and related skills in the performance of work required for the maintenance, repair, and operation of the assigned residential facilities maintenance zone.

Responsibilities

• Provide journey level work for painting and carpentry repairs. Knowledgeable with painting techniques, products and the application to various surface materials with the use of brush, roller, airless, HVLP, and spray guns. Knowledgeable in applying stain and varnish for new and refinish of existing stained and varnished surfaces.

• Repair, tape, texture, and float drywall. Repair and apply acoustic finishes. Perform and assist other craft work when directed or workload requires. Repair and install sheetrock, siding, paneling, lath, and plaster.

• Analyze computer-generated work orders and prioritize repairs. Use troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques to identify paint and related materials as well as maintain painting equipment. Charge out all material and account for all inventory used and return unused back into the inventory system.

• Drive a UT vehicle to work site, transporting equipment and supplies as needed to perform routine and preventive maintenance, and/or repairs.

• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills. Communicate with supervisor, staff, and student residents regarding needed repairs and work order status. Follow through with written and oral instructions from supervisor.

• Complete and submit paperwork in an accurate and timely manner. Ensure that all safety protocols are followed and ensure to properly report any unsafe condition and fill out the required report of injury form if injured.

• Promote professional development of self and all staff to improve knowledge and work skills through ongoing training and workshops.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• At least 5 years of building construction, mechanical, work-related or utilities trade specified with 3 years of journey level training.

• Knowledge and use of tools and equipment common to the trades specified.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• More than five (5) years of journey level experience in the painting trade.

• More than five (5) years of experience or journey level experience in the following: drywall, plaster, small carpentry.

• Commercial and remodeling experience.

• Experience in maintenance and repair of resident rooms and apartments.

• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to receive, respond, and follow through with written and verbal work-related instructions from supervisors, and co-workers.

Driving Required

This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

Salary Range

$43,680 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)

• May work in all weather conditions

• May work in extreme temperatures

• May work around chemical fumes

• May work around standard office conditions

• May work around chemicals

• May work around electrical and mechanical hazards

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

• Use of manual dexterity

• Climbing stairs

• Climbing of ladders

• Pushing, pulling, and moving a max force of 212 lbs.

• Lifting and moving 80 lbs.

• The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete testing for strength and agility prior to employment

Work Shift

• Monday - Friday, 7:30AM - 4:30PM. Workdays, area, and hours may vary based on the department's needs.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer ,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
• E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
• Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031 .

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.