Painter (HourlyTemporary), Housing & Food Services
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Job Location:
Seattle, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Housing & Food Services (HFS) has an outstanding opportunity for a Temporary Painter to join their team.
Housing & Food Services supports over 10000 student residents and operates 40 dining locations on campus. With a team of over 1200 staff and students HFS is dedicated to enhancing student life through teamwork and excellent service.
Position Purpose
Perform journey-level duties in skilled painting work.
Description of Duties
Prepare surfaces for painting or finishing by scraping sanding washing or otherwise removing dirt grease old finishes and rust scale; remove paint from surfaces by using sanders wire brushes and paint and varnish removers.
Paint walls and trim with latex and oil-based paints using best practices and methods.
Apply primers sealers stains and undercoats with brushes rollers or spray-painting equipment
Make minor repairs in plaster sheetrock metal wood and masonry surfaces by filling with putty caulks or Spackle.
Apply texture material to walls and ceilings
Tape and flush smooth sheetrock joints using trowels taping knives and other taping equipment.
Prepare and finish or refinish woodwork cabinetry and floors.
Capable of wearing a respirator when required.
Work with airless spray guns power rollers and power-wash equipment.
Clean brushes rollers spray and other painting equipment with water solvent thinner or other appropriate cleaners to keep tools in good working condition.
Operate hand and power tools
Install and work from ladders scaffolding and other work platforms.
Coordinate services with HFS Facilities Services and Planning staff and other units including Physical Plant.
Maintain work logs and records.
Drive service truck as required; load and unload materials and supplies.
May lead or instruct helpers or other painters as required.
May train students or helpers in skilled painting techniques and best practices.
Perform related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
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 drivers license.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.
Desired Qualifications
Experience working directly with customers or clients
Experience working in a multi-tenant residential or university environment
Experience with Microsoft Outlook Word and Excel
Experience and references that demonstrate:
o Ability to read write and communicate verbal instructions in English
o Ability to work with a diverse workgroup
o Ability to coordinate work with other trades
o Ability to work under general supervision where work is carried out independently and evaluated on results achieved.
o Ability to use the Internet email and basic computer applications
Conditions of Employment
A satisfactory outcome from the employment verification and reference check processes.
Possession of a valid Washington State Drivers License upon hire and maintenance thereafter.
Compensation Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$31.00 hourlyPay Range Maximum:
$41.18 hourlyOther Compensation:
-Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position visit Shift (United States of America)Temporary or Regular
This is a temporary positionFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%Union/Bargaining Unit:
WFSE Skilled TradesAbout the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .
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.
