Painter, Housing & Food Services

University of Washington Medical Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

University of Washington Medical Center is seeking a Painter to join Housing & Food Services in Seattle. You will perform journey-level painting duties, surface prep, finishing, and related repairs, while maintaining safety practices and supporting team projects.

The role requires an apprenticeship or journeyman status, with a valid WA driver’s license preferred. This permanent position offers growth and benefits within the UW system.

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.
• May require valid State of Washington driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Surface Preparation, Painting & Finishing (60%). Scrape, sand, wash and remove old finishes; apply primers, sealers and coatings; paint walls, ceilings, trim; tape joints; refinish woodwork and floors.
• Surface Repair & Restoration (25%). Perform minor repairs to drywall, plaster, wood, metal and masonry; patch, caulk and restore surfaces.
• Equipment, Materials & Operational Support (15%). Operate tools and spray equipment; load/unload materials; maintain logs; train helpers and coordinate with other trades.

Skills

Customer interaction

Team collaboration

English communication

Safety adherence

Education

Recognized painter apprenticeship / union journeyman

Washington driver’s license

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Housing & Food Services has an outstanding opportunity for a Painter to join their team.

About this Opportunity

Reporting to Maintenance Supervisor 2, the Painter is responsible for performing journey-level duties in skilled painting work.

Key Responsibilities

Surface Preparation, Painting & Finishing (60%)

• Prepare surfaces for painting and finishing by scraping, sanding, washing, and removing old finishes, rust, dirt, and grease.

• Apply primers, sealers, stains, undercoats, textures, and finish coatings.

• Paint walls, ceilings, trim, and other surfaces using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.

• Tape and finish drywall joints.

• Prepare, finish, and refinish woodwork, cabinetry, and floors.

• Perform all work using approved safety practices and required PPE.

Surface Repair & Restoration (25%)

• Perform minor repairs to drywall, plaster, wood, metal, masonry, and related surfaces.

• Patch, fill, caulk, and restore surfaces to ensure a quality finished appearance.

• Identify and address surface deficiencies prior to painting or refinishing.

Equipment, Materials & Operational Support (15%)

• Operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, spray equipment, power washers, ladders, scaffolding, and other work platforms.

• Clean, maintain, and store tools and equipment.

• Load, unload, transport, and manage shop materials and supplies.

• Drive vehicles as required.

• Maintain work logs, records, and related documentation.

• Provide guidance, instruction, and training to helpers, students, and other painters as assigned.

• Support efficient project completion through communication, teamwork, and customer service.

• Perform related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Department.

• 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.

• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Preferred 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

Working Conditions

General Safety Statement

• Safety is an essential function of all job responsibilities. Employees are expected to comply with all University, departmental, OSHA/WISHA, and environmental health and safety requirements, including proper use of personal protective equipment and safe operation of tools, equipment, vehicles, ladders, and scaffolding while performing all assigned duties.

About the Team

“Working together to enhance student life” is the Housing & Food Services mission statement. Housing & Food Services is a large and complex organization with a unified commitment to supporting student learning, growth, and success.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$65,772.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$87,360.00 annual

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

WFSE Skilled Trades

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

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.