Painter

The University of Texas at Arlington; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The University of Texas at Arlington is seeking a journeyman painter to perform painting on machinery, equipment, furniture and interiors. The role requires surface preparation, spraying or brushing, and protection of surrounding areas.

Responsibilities include applying finishes, using appropriate tools, and erecting scaffolding or lifts. A high school diploma or GED with 4 years of painting experience and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 4 years painting experience.
• Valid Class C driver's license with 3 years driving history.

Responsibilities

• Prepares surfaces for painting using tape, texture, sanding, caulking, and cleaning.
• Removes graffiti and signage; paints surfaces with brushes or spray equipment.
• Paints all surfaces; protects nearby areas during work.
• Operates power tools and sets up scaffolding, lifts, ladders, and rigging.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Painting tools

Spray painting

Brush work

Sanding equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Spray guns

Brushes

Sanders

Job description

Purpose of Position

To provide journeyman level skills to preform painting. Responsible for preparing surface for painting, applying paints to machinery, equipment, furniture and interiors and/or buildings by spraying gun or brush.

Essential Functions

• Prepares surfaces for painting including: Tape, Bed and Texture, Scrape, sandpaper and size surfaces, apply stripper, move furniture, caulking.
• Removes graffiti/paint, and installs and removes signage.
• Paints all surfaces using all finish type materials. Cover surfaces and furniture (move when required) to protect from paint.
• Stains door cabinets; applies finishes and sprays; patches and applies wallpaper & viny; applies epoxy and other high-performance finishes; paints safety stripes; paints sign bollards and light poles.
• Operates different types of power tools needed to complete required job duties and complete various tasks and assignments.
• Erects and rigs scaffolding and performs work from lifts, ladders, scaffolds, and rigging.
• Performs other duties assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school graduation or G.E.D. and four (4) years of experience.
• Valid class C driver’s license (or other states equivalent for driving a personal vehicle) with three years of acceptable driving history.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years of skilled/journeyman level experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to effectively execute oral and written instructions in English.
• Skill with tools of the painting trade, including the use of brushes, scrapers, spray guns, and sanding equipment.

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 4:30pm.

Benefits Information

Position is benefit eligible: Yes

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees at the University.

https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits