Painter

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University is seeking a skilled Painter to perform interior and exterior painting across university facilities. The role involves finishing, plastering, and applying acoustical materials, using brush, roller, or spray equipment, with attention to safety and quality.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least four years of journeyperson painting experience. This is a full-time, on-site position within Facilities Management.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of four years journeyperson level painting experience or experience in a related field.
• Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Responsibilities

• Finishing; plastering; painting with brush, roller, or spray equipment.
• Plastering includes new and patch work.
• Finishing includes taping and floating of sheetrock.
• Application of acoustical material to ceilings and refinishing furniture.
• Performs periodic inspection as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Journeyperson painting experience

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Education

High school graduate or GED equivalent

Tools

Airless spray equipment

Ladders/Scaffolding

Job description

Requisition

202600245S

Title

Painter

FLSA status

Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary

This position is a pay grade 06. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

Occupational Category

Skilled Craft

Department

Facilities Management - Facilities Services

Division

Division of Finance and Operations

Open Date

08/11/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement

High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Minimum of four years journeyperson level painting experience or experience in a related field. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Nature & Purpose of Position

Provides skilled services as a painter. Works under general direction in painting and repairing for painting both interiors and exteriors of facilities assigned.

Primary Responsibilities

Finishing; plastering; painting with brush, roller, or spray equipment. Plastering includes new and patch work. Finishing includes taping and floating of sheetrock. Application of acoustical material to ceilings and refinishing furniture. Performs periodic inspection as required. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Use of spray equipment (airless and conventional); scaffolding and ladders; electric sanders; paint brushes and rollers; and sheetrock and plastering equipment. Proficiency required in all phases of work. Exposure to paint fumes from oil base paints. Work in window jacks sometimes at 4th floor level. Work occasionally includes high places, mechanical rooms, plant environments, kneeling, bending, and crawling. Work schedules may vary according to departmental needs. Attention and care is required in the performance of duties to prevent injury to self and others.

Uniforms and identification badges are provided by the University according to departmental policy.

Requires driving and operating a university vehicle; therefore, a valid Texas driver’s license and driving record acceptable to the university’s insurance carrier is required.

Full Time Part Time

Full Time

Quicklink

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48211

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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