Temporary Painter

Job Summary

Marist University invites applications for the position of Temporary Painter. The Temporary Painter is responsible for performing all painting functions for dormitories, classrooms, offices, and other areas pertinent to the college using latex, oil base, polyurethane, rubber base paints, stains, and/or varnishes. Multiple opportunities are available - position runs May 15, 2026 - September 15, 2026.

Temporary Painter

Physical Plant

$25.00/hour

Five years’ experience in the field of painting or verifiable previous experience to indicate the ability to perform the work is required. Must have knowledge of paints, their properties, covering ability, application, and surface preparation. Must possess the ability to mix paints. Must be able to repair various types of walls, and possess the knowledge and ability to patch and tape sheet rock and plaster walls to prepare them for painting.

A NYS driver’s license with no serious convictions is required.

Work inside and outside. May be exposed to hazards from use of electrical, electronic, mechanical, and power equipment, toxic chemicals and gases, etc.

Have the ability to perform repeated bending, squatting, stooping, pushing and pulling, and lifting heavy weights of at least 50 lbs. Perform prolonged standing and walking. Have the ability to climb ladders and scaffolding.

• Paints the exterior and interiors of all college related buildings and equipment;
• Varnishes doors and woodwork as assigned;
• Stains doors, trim, furniture, etc. as assigned;
• Tapes and spackles new wallboard and prepares surfaces for paint;
• Maintains an inventory of paints, stains, varnishes, brushes, rollers, and drop cloths needed to complete the assigned jobs;
• Protects and maintains tools and components needed to complete assigned tasks; appropriate work attire is required;
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment daily;
• Maintains all Marist owned equipment assigned to employees;
• Conforms to all federal, state, and local regulatory agencies with regard to codes and guidelines (i.e., EPA, OSHA, ASTM, ADA, NEMA, UL, NEC, ISA, NFA, AMSI, AMSE) and Marist mandated policies;
• Follows all departmental policies and procedures;
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor and assists with other maintenance work as assigned.

Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community. Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups.

The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups. Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University.

It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.