PAINTER

PAINTER

Req #:240181
Department:FACILITIES SERVICES AND CAMPUS OPERATIONS
Job Location: Bothell Campus
Job Location Detail:Not typically telework eligible
Posting Date:11/06/2024
Closing Info: Closes On 11/13/2024
Salary:$4,747 - $6,302 per month
Other Compensation:
Union Position:Yes
Shift:Permanent Negotiated Shift
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.

The Department of Facilities Services and Campus Operations has an outstanding opportunity for a Painter (NE S WFSE Trades)to join their team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare classrooms, offices, student housing, and common spaces for painting
  
• Complete repairs to surfaces to prepare them for painting. Read blueprints/instructions and examine surfaces to determine the kind and amount of work necessary.
  
• Using a variety of tools, apply primers, sealers, stains, and paint to campus walls, surfaces, floors, etc.
  
• Apply paint to a variety of surfaces, including repainting campus doors, door jambs, and railings.
  
• Prepare and finish or refinish woodwork and cabinets.
  
• Move furniture and place protective drop cloths; tape baseboards, glass, and other surfaces when needed.
  
• Coordinate painting schedules with the Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance & Construction Coordinator.
  
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition. May be asked to operate and perform minor maintenance on department equipment, including sandblasters, striping machines, airless and conventional paint sprayers, etc. Manage the department’s paint inventory. Adhere to all safety rules and practices for disposing of old paint.
  
• Tape and flush smooth wall sheetrock joints, apply texture material to walls and ceilings and install vinyl and paper wall coverings.
  
• Install, work from, and remove scaffolding, stages, planks, ladders, jacks, spider staging and other work platforms as needed.
  
• Assemble, install, and design mounting systems for hangings, shelving, filing systems and mailing systems.
  
• Develop preliminary cost estimates for installations, repairs, and remodels.
  
• May operate ladder and boom trucks and forklift.
  
• May refinish or seal floors.
  
• May direct helpers as required.
  
• In support of Facilities Services staff, may assist other classifications in performance of their assignments which may include construction and demolition activities, building and grounds maintenance which may include unclogging toilets and urinals, perform / assist in staff moves or even shoveling snow off sidewalks and roads.
  
• Perform related duties as required.
  
  MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  
  
• 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.
  
  ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  
  
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
  
• Adhere to safety rules, regulations, and precautions. May be required to be test fitted and wear all appropriate Personnel Protective Equipment.
  
• Ability to work with a diverse constituency.
  
  CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
  
  
• This position is designated as essential function so incumbent may be required to remain on duty beyond normal shift and/or be available on a 24-hour basis to report for duty without advance notice due to emergencies or staffing shortages. This position will be required to work after hours to facilitate necessary painting without interruption.


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.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .

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 .