Painter 2

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

13 paid holidays

Tuition Assistance Program

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking a Maintenance Painter to perform routine surface repairs and painting across campus facilities. The role involves preparing surfaces, mixing paints, operating painting equipment, and restoring work areas to a clean, safe state, while coordinating with colleagues and managing supplies.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with 3 years of related experience and a valid driver’s license; preferred are painting experience and basic mechanical skills, with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 3 years related experience; valid driver's license.
• Must have general mechanical aptitude and be able to safely operate hand tools and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at various heights; ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Experience in standard interior and exterior painting practices.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine maintenance repairs to building finishes; painting, patching, caulking, and related tasks.
• Paints, stains, and varnishes structural components as needed.
• Responds to work requests and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Documents actions in the Work Order management system.
• Coordinates paint jobs with coworkers and affected workspaces.

Skills

Experience with maintenance painting

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to lift up to 75 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Paint mixing equipment

Job description

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world‑class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Location

Augusta University

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

College/Department Information

Providing the highest level of quality service in a responsive and efficient manner to the entire university community while creating and caring for a physical environment in which those who seek knowledge, enlightenment and well-being enjoy successful, productive, and fulfilled lives. Facilities Services Division provides quality customer service by maintaining a safe, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing environment in which students, faculty, and staff can function and accomplish their educational objectives and by supporting a patient care culture that continuously improves. Facilities Services' responsibilities include Interior and Exterior Facilities Support, Construction, Space Management, and Environmental Services.

Job Summary

Repairs and prepares surfaces to be painted using appropriate materials and methods. Protects surrounding areas by utilizing necessary measures. Sets up and operates equipment needed to reach high areas to be painted. Mixes paint and other finishes using power or hand mixers. Applies paints and other finishes to interior surfaces, exterior surfaces, equipment, and furniture using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment. Restores work area to clean and safe working environment and returning furniture and other items to appropriate place. Requests needed equipment and supplies in order to maintain proper amounts of inventory needed to perform jobs in a timely manner. Coordinates paint jobs with co-workers and individuals whose workspace will be affected. Enters information into the Work Order management system as required. May be responsible for training, assisting, or assigning tasks to lower level Painters.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Performs routine maintenance repairs to building finish components; such as: pressure washing, patching drywall & plaster, applying paints and other coatings, replacing rubber cove base, applying glazing¿s & caulking¿s, minor masonry repairs, etc.
• Performs painting, staining, and varnishing structural components upon need.
• Responds to Work Requests & Preventative Maintenance.
• Respond to work orders in a quick and timely manner.
• Communicate with customer explaining if work order is completed or if further work needs to be completed.
• Communicate with the Manager/ supervisor any future work that needs to be completed to ensure all Augusta University equipment is effectively operating.
• Document and notify Manager/ supervisor of any equipment failure and/or potential failures.
• Document all corrective actions in detail on assigned work requests.
• Utilize radio/phone during scheduled work hours and respond as directed.
• Performs scheduled preventive maintenance inspections of campus buildings; noting and/or repairing found deficiencies.
• Performs incidental duties such as erecting and moving scaffolding and ladders, operation of manlifts, and the operation of motor vehicles.
• Utilizes effective critical thinking and strong problem-solving skills to make decisions and communicates tactfully to Facilities Operations.
• Log and identify discrepancies and recommend corrective action.
• Perform work in a timely and professional manner.
• Performs some administrative duties such as completing information necessary to close out work orders and preventive maintenance reports.
• Consistently provide professional, accurate, tactful, and timely written and verbal communications to Facilities staff as well as other Augusta University staff.
• Establishes and maintains positive collaborative working relationships with Augusta University Facilities and its customers.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

High school diploma or GED from a recognized state or federal organization and 3 years experience in applicable related experience. Valid drivers license.

Preferred Qualifications

Five or more years plumbing experience; Trade or vocational school graduation; A plumber's journeyman license or equivalent apprenticeship training; State of Georgia Backflow Preventer Certified.

Testing and Repair

Experience in standard interior and exterior painting practices.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Must have general mechanical aptitude and be able to safely and effectively operate hand tools, physically enter and work inside of small, confined spaces, climb ladders and work at various heights. This position requires a moderate amount of physical exertion daily. That includes walking, lifting heavy objects up to (75lbs), kneeling, and crawling.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days: M-F

Pay Band: 5

Salary Minimum: $17.88/hour - $17.96/hour

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: 9/4/26 - Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Driver's License Statement

The Human Resources Division will request a driver's history report for the identified top candidate(s) for this position. We will initiate this through our Background Check Vendor; this report will come from the Department of Motor Vehicles. The selected candidate must have a valid driver's license.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.