PAINTER (Fixed Duration/Temporary)

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington is seeking a Temporary Painter to prepare and paint surfaces across its facilities. This role involves surface preparation, painting, and minor repairs, requiring a recognized apprenticeship or significant experience. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work in a diverse environment.

Benefits

Generous benefits and work/life programs

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or four years of applicable work experience.
• Experience working directly with customers or clients.
• Ability to work under general supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by scraping, sanding, and washing.
• Paint walls and trim with latex and oil-based paints.
• Make minor repairs in plaster, sheetrock, and wood.

Skills

Ability to read, write and communicate verbal instructions in English

Ability to work with a diverse workgroup

Ability to coordinate work with other trades

Education

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a painter

Four years of applicable work experience

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

UW's Housing & Food Services has an outstanding opportunity open for a Temporary Painter.

Description of Duties

· Prepare surfaces for painting or finishing by scraping, sanding, washing, or otherwise removing dirt, grease, old finishes, and rust scale; remove paint from surfaces by using sanders, wire brushes and paint and varnish removers.
· Paint walls, and trim with latex and oil-based paints using best practices and methods.
· Apply primers, sealers, stains, and undercoats with brushes, rollers, or spray-painting equipment
· Make minor repairs in plaster, sheetrock, metal, wood, and masonry surfaces by filling with putty, caulks or Spackle.
· Apply texture material to walls and ceilings
· Tape and flush smooth sheetrock joints using trowels, taping knives and other taping equipment.
· Prepare and finish or refinish woodwork, cabinetry, and floors.
· Capable of wearing a respirator when required.
· Work with airless spray guns, power rollers, and power-wash equipment.
· Clean brushes, rollers, spray and other painting equipment with water, solvent, thinner, or other appropriate cleaners to keep tools in good working condition.
· Operate hand and power tools
· Install and work from ladders, scaffolding and other work platforms.
· Coordinate services with HFS Facilities Services and Planning staff and other units, including Physical Plant.
· Maintain work logs and records.
· Drive service truck as required; load and unload materials and supplies.
· May lead or instruct helpers or other painters as required.
· May train students or helpers in skilled painting techniques and best practices.
· Perform related duties as required.


Minimum Qualifications

· Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a painter; OR full journey status as a painter in a union; OR four years of applicable work experience. Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis. May require valid State of Washington driver’s license.

Desirable Qualifications
· Experience working directly with customers or clients
· Experience working in a multi-tenant residential or university environment
· Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
· Experience and references that demonstrate:
• Ability to read, write and communicate verbal instructions in English
• Ability to work with a diverse workgroup
• Ability to coordinate work with other trades
• Ability to work under general supervision where work is carried out independently and evaluated on results achieved.
• Ability to use the Internet, email and basic computer applications.

Conditions of Employment

· A satisfactory outcome from the employment verification and reference check processes.
· Possession of a valid Washington State Driver’s License upon hire and maintenance thereafter.



Application Process:

The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter, and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .