Professional Painter Trades Technician III

Norfolk State University; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk State University in Norfolk, VA seeks a skilled painter to perform commercial, residential, or industrial painting tasks. You will cover and protect surfaces, set up scaffolding, prepare surfaces, mix paints, and apply primers and top coats.

A valid driver’s license is required. The position offers a salary range of $35,012 to $45,000 and includes background checks as part of employment consideration.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a commercial, residential, or industrial painter.
• Knowledge of painting materials, sealers, and application techniques.
• Physical stamina, manual dexterity, and balance to work on ladders or scaffolding.
• Strong attention to detail and basic math skills for measuring and calculating paint quantities.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Cover and protect floors, furniture, and trim with drop cloths, tarps, and tape.
• Erect scaffolding and set up ladders or lifts to reach high areas.
• Fill cracks, holes, and joints with putty, plaster, or filler.
• Sand, scrape, and wash surfaces to create a smooth base.
• Apply primers, sealers, and undercoats to prepare surfaces for top coats.
• Mix and match paints or stains to meet exact color specifications.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Skills

Painting experience

Knowledge of painting materials

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Job description

Norfolk State University in Norfolk, VA seeks a skilled painter to perform commercial, residential, or industrial painting tasks. You will cover and protect surfaces, set up scaffolding, prepare surfaces, mix paints, and apply primers and top coats.

A valid driver’s license is required. The position offers a salary range of $35,012 to $45,000 and includes background checks as part of employment consideration.