Painting Finishes Technician – Apprentice or Journeyman

Utah State University; Logan (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah State University is seeking a Painting Finishes Technician Apprentice or Journeyman in Logan, UT. The role performs painting prep and application, assists with floor covering prep, and works on diverse projects with a team under limited supervision.

The position may be filled at Apprentice or Journeyman level based on qualifications, with responsibilities ranging from surface prep to decorative finishes and record-keeping. Strong tool skills and safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Apptitude is required.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of building trades.
• Pass the Weisen Test of Mechanical Aptitude.
• Four years of directly related work experience. Incumbents must possess journeyman skills and/or a license.

Responsibilities

• Prepares surfaces before painting by removing nails, washing, scraping, sanding, puttying, patching, mudding and taping.
• Repairs chips or scrapes on walls, ceilings, and furniture and completes texturing tasks.
• Applies paint to walls, equipment, buildings, and other surfaces with brushes, rollers and related equipment.
• Mixes, blends and matches paint to proper color using computer.
• Maintains records of paint colors for assigned buildings.
• Operates spray equipment, striping machine, scaffolding, and motorized lifts.
• Hangs wallpaper and applies decorative finish elements.
• Cleans equipment, shop area, and work site.
• Provides limited guidance to less senior technicians.
• Promotes safety and environmental practices.

Skills

Aptitude

Building trades knowledge

Weisen Test of Mechanical Aptitude

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Utah State University is seeking a Painting Finishes Technician Apprentice or Journeyman in Logan, UT. The role performs painting prep and application, assists with floor covering prep, and works on diverse projects with a team under limited supervision.

The position may be filled at Apprentice or Journeyman level based on qualifications, with responsibilities ranging from surface prep to decorative finishes and record-keeping. Strong tool skills and safety awareness are essential.