Painter

Job Description

UW Facilities manages the Universitys buildings infrastructure and land with more than 1100 employees in a variety of fields. The Asset Management group includes Capital & Space Management Real Estate Sustainability and other teams responsible for planning and workload management. The Operations group includes Project Delivery Maintenance & Construction Campus Energy Utilities & Operations Building Services Transportation Services and Safety. Supporting these groups are the Business Intelligence & Information Technology group and the Finance & Administration group. Please visit the UW Facilities web page for more information: & Construction (M&C) is responsible for general maintenance repair and renovations of allUniversity of Washington (UW) main campus facilities including building interiors exteriors and grounds as well as logistics moving and disposal of surplus equipment and furniture.

We have an outstanding opportunity for a Painter to join the team.

Position Purpose

Under the direction of the supervisor and lead perform journey-level skilled painting work on interior and exterior of buildings and facilities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• 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.

• In preparation for painting make minor repairs in plaster sheetrock metal wood and masonry surfaces by filling with materials such as putty caulks fiberglass and resin.

• Apply primers sealers stains and undercoats with brushes rollers or spray-painting equipment and striping machines.

• Paint machinery piping floors and walls.

• Apply high-tech industrial enamels and epoxies.

• Prepare and finish or refinish woodwork and casework.

• Develop cost estimates for installation and repairs.

• Mix and blend colors for a wide variety of paints epoxies and high-performance industrial enamels for brushes rollers and conventional or airless sprayers. Move furniture and place protective drop cloths and tape baseboards glass and other surfaces when needed.

• While observing safety requirements clean brushes rollers spray and other painting equipment with water solvent thinner or other appropriate cleaners to keep equipment and tools in good working condition.

• Apply texture material to walls and ceilings using texture machines pumps and hand tools.

• Install work from and remove scaffolding stages planks ladders jacks spider staging and other work platforms.

• Using respirators and protective clothing provide required assistance in support of the asbestos and lead abatement programs.

• Operate and perform minor maintenance on sandblasters power washers stripping machines airless and conventional paint sprayers and spray booth.

• Keep leads and supervisors informed of project status/work progress needed materials and equipment.

• Operate machinery such as forklifts scissor-lifts and high rangers.

• Load and unload materials and supplies.

• Operate vehicles such as UW vans and trucks to transport tools equipment and personnel to various job sites.

• May instruct semiskilled workers.

• Communicate and coordinate with other UW Facilities shops and other business partners such as EH&S Engineering Services Design Services Project Delivery and UW Information Technology to facilitate work.

• Know and comply with occupational health and safety regulations specific to the work and conduct on the job including Safety Data Sheet (SDS) instructions Hazard Review Checklists (HRCs) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

• Comply with all UW and UW Facilities policies and procedures M&C protocols i.e. Individual Accountability Protocols (IAP).

• Support all management directives and the vision and values of M&C.

• Participate in and follow through with M&C process improvement initiatives including Balanced Scorecard (BSC) incorporating metrics and Lean principles into internal work processes and promoting employee engagement in continuous improvements and innovation.

• Actively participate in meetings and training as scheduled.

• Provide excellent customer service through effective courteous and professional interactions with clients colleagues and the campus community.

• Other duties as required

Core Competencies

• Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness.

• Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively.

• Anticipate recognize and resolve problems.

• Be responsible and accountable.

• Use organizational skills and provide attention to details.

• Maintain a positive optimistic and success-oriented attitude.

• Exercise professionalism which includes being tactful and courteous.

• Exhibit a professional work ethic.

• Continuously promote a safe work environment. Education & Experience

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 a valid State of Washington drivers license.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except where there are legal requirements such as a license/certification/registration.

Desired

• Demonstrated successful ability in taking direction working well with others and as a member of a team.

• Demonstrated excellent effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Knowledge and practical experience with WISHA (Washington Industrial Safety & Health Act) and OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act) regulations.

• Demonstrated proficiency with standard productivity software including Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent products

• Demonstrated experience refinishing and maintaining exterior woodwork finishes for example varnished doors.

Conditions of employment

• May be required to accept variable work shift.

• Work may require access to confined spaces and heights using approved safety precautions.

• Ability to lift and move heavy material may be required.

• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.

• Approved footwear must be provided at the employees expense and worn on the job.

• Must be able to be fitted for and wear a respirator on the job.

• Must participate in medical screening/monitoring (such as TB screening and proof of measles inoculation) required for work assignments in locations including but not limited to nonhuman primate areas the Animal Research and Care Facility and the University of Washington Medical Center.

• Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment.

• Regular and predictable attendance is required.

• Possession of a valid Washington State drivers license.

Compensation Benefits and Position Details

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About 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.