Painter II

job details

posting date: 11/24/2025

open until filled: yes

position number: 1129264

position title: painter ii

hiring range: $32.35

union type: seiu

seiu level: m

flsa status: non‑exempt

employment category: regular full time

schedule (months/year): 12

hours per week: 40

work schedule: monday‑friday, 7:30 am‑4:00 pm; saturday/sunday off

location: hanover, nh

remote work eligibility: onsite only

term position: no

grant funded: no

under minimal supervision or working independently, the painter ii completes quality painting projects requiring attention to appearance, function and durability. Works as a lead member of a crew assigned to small scale and/or routine projects, works independently or with peers. Prepares surfaces for new coating materials, mixing coating materials according to specifications, applies coating materials to a variety of surfaces where appearance as well as surface protection are important, and is responsible for the care and maintenance of the tools and equipment employed in the painter’s trade.

The painter ii is an intermediate level position with skill and proficiency in the execution of painting duties.

education & experience: high school plus 3+ years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• minimum three- to five years of commercial/institutional painting experience.
• must hold a valid driver’s license and be qualified under the terms of the dartmouth college driver safety and motor vehicle policy.
• able to interact successfully with the college community in a service‑oriented environment.
• demonstrated proficiency in standard surface preparation and coating application methods and techniques, including the skill necessary to meet specifications.
• knowledge of the use and maintenance of standard surface preparation and painting tools and equipment.
• knowledge of chemicals to assist with removal of paints, urethanes, varnish, rust, and other difficult conditions that need in‑depth preparation for finished product.
• knowledge of building up, shaping, and levelling surfaces with appropriate compounds.
• knowledge of and requisite skill to obtain finely smoothed surfaces.
• ability to follow oral and written instructions and work independently under minimal supervision, exercising sound judgment and applying strong problem‑solving skills.
• strong customer service skills and good communications skills; ability to communicate work to be performed with college employees and building occupants.
• computer skills including basic word processing, email, spreadsheets, smartphones or tablets.
• ability to document and record issues and procedures.
• ability to perform demanding physical activity, work at heights and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity under physically difficult and/or strenuous conditions.
• knowledge of safety regulations applicable to the use of ladders, ropes, harnesses, and scaffolds.
• willingness to work overtime when required.

must have successfully completed the following training prior to performing work to which the training relates:

• driver safety
• osha 10 hour class
• hazard communication
• respirator (including fit and physical)
• asbestos awareness
• epa rrp lead training

• ability to work at heights, including on aerial lift/scissor platforms.

recruitment contact: campus services hr (phone: 603‑646‑3323)

cover letter & title contact: francis heath, building repair shop supervisor

dartmouth college is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre‑employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to dartmouth college.…