Painter I

Position Details

Position Information

Posting date 06/08/2026 Closing date Open Until Filled Yes Position Number 1129614 Position Title Painter I Hiring Range Minimum $30.91 Hiring Range Maximum $30.91 Union Type SEIU SEIU Level K FLSA Status Non-Exempt Employment Category Regular Full Time Scheduled Months per Year 12 Scheduled Hours per Week 40 Schedule

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 1st shift

Overtime requirements as operations require

Location of Position

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only Is this a term position? No If yes, length of term in months. n/a Is this a grant funded position? No Position Purpose

Under supervision from the Building Repair Shop Supervisor and senior technicians, the Painter I completes quality painting projects requiring attention to appearance, function and durability. Develops painting skills and techniques to prepare and coat interior and exterior walls, ceilings and other surfaces of the College's buildings and structures. Works as a crew member on large scale projects or with a senior technician on smaller routine projects. The Painter I is an entry level position with a specified level of skill and proficiency in the execution of painting duties.

Description Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp High School or equivalency Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Ability to follow oral & written instructions and to 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.
• Must be capable of participating in the College's respiratory protection program and capable of responding to alarms including potentially hazardous environments.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Must have successfully completed the following training prior to performing work to which the training relates:

EPA R.R.P. Lead Training

OSHA 10HR Class

Driver Safety

Hazard Communication

Respirator Training, Fit, and Physical Examination

Asbestos Awareness

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience performing painting repairs and maintenance, including surface repair using putty, plaster, joint compound or other appropriate method; application of pre-mixed paints/stains using brushes, rollers, spray or other appropriate method; equipment cleaning and disposal.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Ann Crookenden, Campus Services HR Department Contact Phone Number 603-646-3323 Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Jason Bergeron, Director of Maintenance Services Department Contact's Phone Number Jason.A.Bergeron@dartmouth.edu Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Background Check

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. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

UNION POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING. AFTER ONE WEEK OF POSTING, IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY, IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY. OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM (6/8/26) THROUGH (6/15/26).

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Additional Instructions

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 1st shift

Overtime requirements as operations require

Quick Link https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/86008

Key Accountabilities

Description

Responsibilities

• Working with senior technicians, responds to work orders.
• Communicates directly and respectfully with building occupants, who may be inconvenienced or affected by scheduled work.
• Prepares the surfaces for new finish, removing old finishes when necessary.
• Prepares new work plugging holes, cleaning, final sanding.
• Repairs surfaces using putty, plaster, joint compound, or other appropriate material.
• Selects pre-mixed paints/stains including enamels, specialty paints, varnishes, stains, lacquers, & shellacs.
• Prepares products per manufacturer's instructions.
• Applies products using brushes, rollers, spray, or other appropriate method.
• Cleans brushes, rollers, spray equipment, and other equipment; safely disposes of used paints and rags.
• Protects surrounding areas.
• Uses ladders, scaffold, &/or platform as appropriate in a safe manner.

Percentage Of Time Description

Learns from senior technicians

Learns from senior technicians via working with and understanding procedures:

• For example, receives clear and concise instructions from senior technicians; learns via constructive input from coworkers performing work.
• While performing maintenance and repair work, learns the procedures being taken and the reasoning behind the action.
• Develops skills by observing and assisting peers and senior members of the Building Repair Shop and other Maintenance shops in performing response, problem diagnosis and repair.

Percentage Of Time Description

Working Conditions

• Works from ladders, scaffolds, and platforms.
• Work requires bending, kneeling, standing, climbing, and working in stretched, cramped or awkward positions.
• Work involves regular lifting, carrying, or holding objects weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Work is performed indoors, outdoors, and in areas that are dirty, or smoky and where fumes (e.g., tar) are present.
• Is exposed to cuts and bruises and more serious injuries while working on ladders, scaffolds, etc.
• Work involves wearing personal protective equipment such as aprons or overalls, gloves and safety glasses.

Percentage Of Time Description

Working Environment

• Laboratory settings
• Commercial kitchen settings
• Mechanical/electric rooms
• Ladders/staging
• Roofs
• Private offices/public spaces
• Student residential buildings

Percentage Of Time Description

Culture and Employee Belonging

We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.

• Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Participates in division wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect).
• Willingness to foster a growth mindset in the areas of improving culture and inclusion across the division.

Percentage Of Time

• -- Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all. -- Performs other duties as assigned.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents

• Additional Document #1