Painter-2

floridatech; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Tech in Melbourne, FL is seeking a dedicated painter for a temporary position. You will handle exterior and interior painting, surface texturing, sealing, waterproofing, and pressure washing while adhering to safety guidelines. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

This role runs Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with occasional overtime to support maintenance or urgent repairs on campus. Experience with paint products and equipment operation is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with exterior and interior painting.
• Knowledge of paint products and painting methods.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and wear PPE.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with pressure washing and surface prep.

Responsibilities

• Perform exterior and interior painting.
• Apply texture finishes (knockdown, orange peel, popcorn).
• Seal surfaces with wet sealing and waterproofing as needed.
• Operate painting equipment safely.
• Conduct pressure washing for preparation and cleanup.
• Follow safety protocols and report maintenance needs.

Skills

Hardworking

Positive attitude

Organized

Communication

Paint knowledge

Exterior painting

Interior painting

Texturing

Wet sealing

Waterproofing

Pressure washing

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Tools

Pressure washer

Ladders

Job description

This is a temporary position. Must be hard working, have a great attitude, excellent organization and communication skills, as well as extensive knowledge of all paint products and painting methods. This includes exterior/interior painting, texturing (knock down, orange peel, and pop corn) wet sealing, water proofing, pressure washing (both steam cleaning and soft wash). Must also be highly knowledgeable with operating equipment and meet all safety guidelines.

Working hours are typically Monday- Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, with occasional overtime as needed to fulfill maintenance requirements or emergency repairs.

Equal Opportunity

Florida Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Florida Tech does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment policy may be directed to the Equal Opportunity Director and Investigator at 150 West University Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901, or email [e-mail], or [phone]; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by callingthe Office of Human Resources at 321-674-8100.

Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

The federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) requires colleges and universities, both public and private, participating in federal student aid programs to disclose campus safety information, and imposes certain basic requirements for handling incidents of sexual violence and emergency situations.

Florida Tech's 2025 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Florida Tech; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.

The numbers provided include crime statistics that were reported to local law enforcement agencies, campus security and other Campus Security Authorities.

The report also includes institutional policy statements regarding campus safety and security measures; descriptions of prevention and awareness programs; related university procedures and important guidance; and other essential safety information.

You can obtain a printed copy of this report at the Department of Security Welcome Center located at 3126 Panther Place, during normal business hours, or by accessing the following website 2025 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.

Official Transcripts

Official transcripts of all collegiate work must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Office of Human Resources prior to the first day of employment. All international degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES).

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