Painter (Temporary) – Interior & Exterior Finishes

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

Job summary

University of Washington in Seattle is seeking a Painter (Temporary) to perform journey-level painting, surface preparation, finishing, and refinishing across University facilities. Based at Health Science Building, you will prepare surfaces, apply coatings, and support project estimating while coordinating with supervisors and campus partners.

This is a temporary, full-time on-site role with no telework. The position requires an apprenticeship or equivalent experience, valid WA driver’s

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a painter or full journey status in a union (or 4 years of applicable work experience).
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications.
• Requires valid State of Washington driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting and finishing; minor repairs to plaster, drywall, metal, wood, and masonry.
• Move furniture and protect areas before painting; apply primers, paints, enamels, and coatings.
• Operate and maintain sandblasters, power washers, paint sprayers, spray booths; clean tools.
• Install scaffolding and access equipment; operate lifts as required.
• Develop cost estimates; communicate status to supervisors and partners.
• Provide professional customer service and coordinate with campus partners.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

MS Office

Safety awareness

Education

Apprenticeship in painting

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

University of Washington in Seattle is seeking a Painter (Temporary) to perform journey-level painting, surface preparation, finishing, and refinishing across University facilities. Based at Health Science Building, you will prepare surfaces, apply coatings, and support project estimating while coordinating with supervisors and campus partners.

This is a temporary, full-time on-site role with no telework. The position requires an apprenticeship or equivalent experience, valid WA driver’s