Painter

Embry-Riddle; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off up to 18 days first year

Tuition coverage for undergrad and one

Retirement plan with 6% base and 4% 1:

Personal leave 15 days (first year)

Job summary

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking a Painter to support Facilities Management at the Prescott Campus. The role involves painting, surface preparation, repairs, and related maintenance across residential spaces, offices, common areas, and recreational facilities.

The position requires basic math and attention to detail, with 1–3 years of painting or maintenance experience and the ability to work both independently and in teams. It offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school-level grammar, spelling, basic composition, and mathematics.
• One to three years of related work experience.
• Experience in painting, mechanical, or maintenance work.
• Proven experience as a painter, preferably in a residential or campus setting.

Responsibilities

• Paint surfaces across campus buildings, residences, offices, and common areas.
• Prepare surfaces, perform repairs, and maintain equipment.
• Work independently and with others to meet schedules.

Skills

Grammar

Spelling

Math

Composition

Tools

Paint tools

Job description

Job Description

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking a skilled Painter to support Facilities Management at the Prescott Campus. This position plays an important role in maintaining the appearance, condition, and overall presentation of campus buildings and facilities. The Painter will perform painting, surface preparation, repairs, and related maintenance activities across residential spaces, offices, common areas, and recreational facilities.

About us

For over 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries. Today, our faculty, researchers and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering. Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies and innovators, they are solving real-world challenges and shaping the technologies that will define tomorrow. Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry-Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job. Join a community driven by discovery, purpose and excellence—and help shape the future of aerospace.

Benefits

• Enjoy up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year, including 3 days granted upon hire and 15 days accrued throughout the year. You'll also receive 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.
• Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.
• Relax with 15 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year.

Compensation

The hourly range for this role is up to $20.00. The final offer will be based on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience, as well as applicable state regulations, internal equity, and business needs, and may fall outside of the stated range.

Qualifications

• High school-level ability in grammar, spelling, basic composition, and mathematics.
• One to three years of related work experience.
• Experience in painting, mechanical, or maintenance work.
• Proven experience as a painter, preferably in a residential or campus setting.
• Knowledge of painting techniques, materials, and tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and practices.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, climbing ladders, and working in various weather conditions.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions—including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment—based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry-Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry-Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities.

Company Culture & Opportunities

Exciting opportunities await at Embry-Riddle! As we continue to grow, we’re thrilled to welcome new talent to our team. We’re seeking highly qualified, passionate, and driven candidates to join us on this journey. Explore our current openings and apply for the roles that best fit your skills and aspirations. Track the progress of your application anytime by logging into your candidate account. Set up “Job Alerts” so you’ll be the first to know when new opportunities that match your interests are posted. Thank you for considering a career with Embry-Riddle. We look forward to the possibility of having you on our team! At Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, we don't just prepare people for the future of aerospace, we help create it. As the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, Embry-Riddle is advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering. Our faculty, researchers and professional staff collaborate with industry leaders, government agencies and innovators to solve real-world challenges and shape the technologies transforming our world. We are accelerating research, expanding strategic partnerships and driving discoveries that will define the future of aerospace and STEM. Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry-Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job. You will inspire future leaders, advance groundbreaking ideas and help shape what's next. Join us and be part of a community dedicated to innovation, impact and the future of aerospace.

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