Painter

Job Summary

Responsible for performing a range of interior and exterior painting, finishing, and surface preparation duties to maintain the appearance and condition of university facilities and equipment. Duties include preparing surfaces for painting; applying primers, sealers, paints, stains, and protective coatings; matching and selecting paint colors; and painting buildings, furniture, fixtures, athletic field markings, curbs, and other campus structures.

The position also performs minor furniture repairs, removes wallpaper, erects scaffolding and ladders to complete work at elevated heights, and ensures proper protection of surrounding areas during painting projects. Additional responsibilities include maintaining work order documentation, assisting with inventory stocking, supporting snow and ice removal efforts, and performing other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, techniques, and safety standards associated with commercial and industrial painting.
• Knowledge of paints, coatings, stains, finishes, color matching techniques, and the proper mixing and application of painting materials.
• Knowledge of surface preparation methods, including sanding, patching, sealing, priming, and the use of appropriate undercoats and thinners for various surfaces and finishes.
• Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials used in painting and finishing work, including brushes, rollers, sprayers, scaffolding, ladders, and related equipment.
• Ability to safely perform work at elevated heights using ladders, scaffolding, lifts, and other approved equipment.
• Ability to interpret work orders, follow detailed instructions, and complete painting projects in an efficient and quality-focused manner.
• Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment while adhering to established safety procedures and regulations.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, climbing, bending, and standing for extended periods of time.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of a standard apprenticeship in the painting trade.

Compensation & Benefits

• Job Family - Facilities Services Trades Specialist 1
• Market Range - 4 Salary Schedules
• For information on benefits, please visit www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.

Application Instructions

• Non-exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.
• Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check.

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students and highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution''s mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution's focus on community engagement.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position''s essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.