Painter

wsu; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State University is seeking a Painter to perform semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the maintenance, repair, remodeling, alteration, and construction of buildings and grounds. The role involves floor work, coordinating with other trades, and may lead apprentices or helpers, with driving duties as needed.

The position is full-time in Pullman, WA, within Auxiliary Facilities Services. A valid driver's license or ability to obtain one is required, along with a background check and

Qualifications

• Journey‑level standing as a painter through apprenticeship, union status, or four years of state service as a painter.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license.
• Ability to respond to an emergency outside normal business hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, remodeling, alteration and construction of buildings and facilities.
• Coordinate with other trades and crafts in support of new construction and remodeling.
• May lead apprentices or helpers and operate required vehicles to complete work.

Skills

Journeyman level

Apprenticeship

State service experience

Education

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Available Title(s)

619F-YN_CS_NPS - Painter

Business Title

Painter

Employee Type

Classified

Position Details

The Opportunity: As a Painter for Auxiliary Facilities Services, you will perform semi-skilled and sub-journey-level work involving the maintenance, repair, remodeling, alteration, and construction of buildings, grounds, facilities, and equipment. You will perform floor laying and floor-covering work and coordinate with other trades and crafts in support of new construction and remodeling projects. In this role, you may lead apprentices or helpers as assigned and will operate motor vehicles as required to complete work assignments.

Benefits

• paid sick and vacation leave;
• paid holidays;
• medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents;
• retirement;
• deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts;
• training and development;
• employee tuition waiver.

Required Qualifications

Journey‑level standing as a painter as attested by: completion of a recognized apprenticeship OR full journey‑level status in Painters' Union OR four years of experience in State service as full‑time helper to a journey‑level Painter. OR equivalent education/experience.Ability to respond to an emergency outside normal business hours.Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in the application and removal of a variety of decorative and functional coverings to floors, walls, and countertops, including carpet, base, tile and grout, sheet vinyl and vinyl planking.Experience working with other trades and entities.

Background Check

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 , engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type: Full time

Position Term: 12 Month

Area/College: Student Affairs

Department Name: Auxiliary Facilities Services

Location: Pullman, WA

About Department: https://studentaffairs.wsu.edu/

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Huma

Monthly Salary: $4,517 to $5,240 | Range 43G Steps G - M | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28 .In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship