Painter; temporary

Job Description

UW Facilities Maintenance & Construction has an outstanding opportunity for a Painter (Temporary).

• Full time, Monday through Friday, 6:55 a.m. to 3:25 p.m.
• This position is based at the Health Science Building on the Seattle campus and is not eligible for telework.
• This position is temporary; expected to be up to a year in duration.

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor II and Lead, the Painter performs journey-level painting, surface preparation, finishing and refinishing work across University facilities. The position prepares and repairs a variety of interior and exterior surfaces, applies paints, coatings and specialty finishes, operates painting and access equipment, and supports project estimating and execution. The Painter coordinates with supervisors, other trades and campus partners, ensures compliance with applicable safety and quality standards, and delivers reliable, professional services in support of the University community.

• Prepare surfaces for painting or finishing by scraping, sanding, washing, and removing dirt, grease, old finishes, rust scale, and paint; make minor repairs to plaster, sheetrock, metal, wood, and masonry using appropriate materials.
• Prepare work areas by moving furniture, placing protective drop cloths, and taping baseboards, glass, and other surfaces as needed.
• Mix, blend, and apply primers, sealers, stains, undercoats, paints, epoxies, industrial enamels, and other coatings using brushes, rollers, sprayers, and striping equipment; paint machinery, piping, floors, walls, and other surfaces.
• Prepare, finish, and refinish woodwork and casework; apply texture materials to walls and ceilings using texture machines, pumps, and hand tools.

• Operate and perform minor maintenance on sandblasters, power washers, stripping machines, paint sprayers, and spray booths; clean painting tools and equipment using appropriate cleaners while observing safety requirements.
• Install, work from, and remove scaffolding, stages, planks, ladders, jacks, spider staging, and other work platforms; operate forklifts, scissor lifts, high rangers, and other machinery as required.
• Load and unload materials and supplies and operate UW vans and trucks to transport tools, equipment, materials, and personnel to job sites.

• Develop cost estimates for installations and repairs; keep leads and supervisors informed of project status, work progress, and needed materials and equipment.
• Communicate and coordinate with UW Facilities shops and business partners, including EH&S, Engineering Services, Design Services, Project Delivery, and UW Information Technology; provide effective, courteous, and professional customer service. May instruct semiskilled workers.

• Know and comply with occupational health and safety regulations, including SDS instructions, HRCs, and required PPE; using respirators and protective clothing, provide required assistance in support of asbestos and lead abatement programs.
• Comply with all UW and UW Facilities policies and procedures and M&C protocols, including Individual Accountability Protocols (IAP).

• Support management directives and M&C vision, values, and process improvement initiatives, including BSC, metrics, Lean principles, continuous improvement, innovation, and employee engagement; participate in meetings and training as scheduled and perform other duties as required.

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

• 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 driver's 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.

• 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,…