Painter
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Title:
PainterJob Group:
MeritRequired Minimum Qualifications:
Four years of experience in the trade including apprenticeship.Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with large-scale or high-traffic painting projects ideally in a facilities or institutional environmentExperience with environmentally friendly or specialty coatings
Experiencesupervising or training painters or staff
Job Description:
Bring your skills to the Department of Residence at Iowa State University where your work helps make the campus feel like home. As a Painter youll play a hands-on role in maintaining and refreshing student living spaces ensuring theyre safe welcoming and ready for the next generation of Cyclones.
Schedule & Location
Full-time MondayFriday daytime hours
Work is on campus in student residence halls and apartments
How Youll Contribute
Painting & Repairs: Handle interior and exterior painting drywall repair and finishing to keep residence halls looking their best.
Surface Prep & Finishing:Prepare walls and surfaces mix and match colors and apply paints stains and coatings for a polished professional finish.
Tools & Equipment: Maintain painting tools supplies and equipment; ensure safe use and readiness for daily work.
General Maintenance Support: Assist with broader maintenance projects and collaborate with other trades to meet building needs.
Safety & Standards: Follow safety procedures keep work areas clean and help ensure a safe environment for students and staff.
Why Join Us
The Department of Residence isnt just about buildingsits about creating a welcoming community for over 12000 students. Youll be part of a team that values quality teamwork and the visible impact of your work on student life. Learn more about our philosophy and meet the staff who make it happen:
What Youll Get
Insurance benefits (medical dental and vision) starting on your first daywith timely enrollment
Competitive retirement options with generous university contributions
Paid time off sick leave and holiday pay Enjoy Holidays OFF!
Consistent full-time schedule with daytime hours to support work-life balance
Steady work that supports the campus community
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares surfaces for refinishing by sanding scraping filling cracks and taping sheet rock; works from ground or floor level from ladders and from stationary and swing stages.
Applies paint with brush roller and sprayer; hangs wallpaper and vinyl and acoustical wall covering materials; glazes refinishes and antiques woodwork; and mixes stains and paints.
Determines method materials and equipment needed to complete job assignments.
Keeps a record for each project: materials used colors textures locations dates and tasks performed.
Cleans and maintains brushes rollers sprayers and other tools and equipment.
Cuts and sets glass and repairs windows and may perform plastering duties.
Assists in directing the work of apprentices
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the principles methods and techniques used in the painting trade.
Knowledge of the properties purposes preparation and uses of painting materials and tools.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Skill in the use and maintenance of the tools of the painting trade safely and skillfully.
Ability to erect and work from ladders and scaffolds safely.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints architect drawings and verbal and written instructions.
Ability to perform the full range of painting tasks independently.
Ability to direct the work of others.
Ability to work in extreme weather conditions work at heights and in an environment that may have dust or fumes.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Appointment Type:
RegularNumber of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timePay Grade:
5151aApplication Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application.
Please be prepared to enter or attach both of the following:
Cover Letter
Resume
If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll-Free: 1-.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
On-site (Ames Iowa) childcare resources
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
September 22 2025Posting Close Date:
October 5 2025Job Requisition Number:
R17793
Key Skills
- Drywall Experience
- Hand Tools
- Basic Math
- Construction Experience
- Carpentry
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Airless Paint Spraying
- Auto Body Repair
- Auto Painting
- Painting
- Caulking
About Company
Attending Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) can be a whirlwind experience for some. ISU is a public land-grant institution offering higher education courses and programs with an emphasis on science, technology, and related areas. It's also home to the Cyclones athl ... View more
