Painter - 141654

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers is seeking a skilled journeyman painter to perform maintenance and repair work across campus facilities. The role covers patching, drywall repair, and carpentry tasks related to finished painting, under supervision.

The ideal candidate has five years of experience in all painting phases, knowledge of EPA codes, and the ability to read blueprints and operate airless equipment, brushes, rollers, and wall coverings installation.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years directly related experience as a skilled journeyman in all painting phases.
• Mixes paints by prescribed formulations.
• Uses airless and pressure type equipment, brushes and rollers.
• Applies cement and tape to joints, installs wall and floor coverings.
• Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Must have a strong knowledge of and experience with tools, equipment and products of the trade.
• Must have knowledge of EPA codes and regulations as they pertain to the trade.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, performs skilled journeyman level tasks in all phases of the painting trade in connection with the maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities and equipment or any university property.
• Includes patching, small drywall repair, minor carpentry repair associated with finished painting.

Skills

5+ years painting

Paint mixing

Airless equipment

Patching & drywall

Blueprint reading

Tools & EPA codes

Tools

Airless sprayers

Brushes & rollers

Wall/floor coverings

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/05/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Under supervision, performs skilled journeyman level tasks in all phases of the painting trade in connection with the maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities and equipment or any university property. Includes patching, small drywall repair, minor carpentry repair associated with finished painting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Five (5) years directly related experience as a skilled journeyman in all painting phases.
• Mixes paints by prescribed formulations.
• Uses airless and pressure type equipment, brushes and rollers.
• Applies cement and tape to joints, installs wall and floor coverings.
• Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Must have a strong knowledge of and experience with tools, equipment and products of the trade.
• Must have knowledge of EPA codes and regulations as they pertain to the trade.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Construction/Painter experience in a large, complex healthcare system.
• Drywall finishing/taping experience.
• Some Carpentry knowledge.
• Infection Control experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

PAY TRANSPARENCY ACT

Annual Full Pay Range: $94,336 - $94,336 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $45.18 - $45.18

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).