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Painter

Kansas City Kansas Community College

Kansas City, KS

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$49,425–$67,958 Per Year
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Blueprints, Building Systems, Carpentry, Computer Software, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Concrete, Driver's License, Electricity, Establish Priorities, Facilities and Maintenance, Furniture Moving, HVAC, Help Desk, High School Diploma, Higher Education, Laboratory, Leadership, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance - Plumbing, Maintenance Services, Microsoft Office, OSHA, Operational Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Plumbing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Coordination, Property Maintenance, Record Keeping, Remodeling, Residential Construction, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Scaffolding, Software Patches, Student Housing, Student Services, Surface Preparation and Characterization, Technical Drawing, Time Management, University/School Policies, Vehicle Driving, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Kansas City, KS
POSTED
30+ days ago

 Painter


JOB CLASSIFICATION
Pay grade level: 11
Compensation: $49,425 - $67,958. Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience
Employee category: Full-Time Staff
Department: Facility Services
Reports to: Maintenance Manager
FLSA status: Non-Exempt
Job Code: FF048PTNPAI
Location: Primarily Main Campus, but any other college location as assigned by the appropriate administrator


JOB PURPOSE
The Painter is responsible for preparing and applying protective coating, paints, and finishes to the interiors and exteriors of large nonresidential structures including offices, classrooms, student housing building, athletic facilities, and other campus buildings. This position performs professional surface preparation, coating applications, and finishing work while ensuring compliance with OSHA safety standards. In addition, the role supports general building maintenance operations, completes helpdesk/CMMS work orders, and assists with projects to maintain safe, functional, and visually appealing campus facilities. Flexible scheduling may be required to minimize disruption to campus operations.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

  • Prepare, repair, and finish interior and exterior surfaces across campus facilities by cleaning, sanding, patching, priming, and applying paints, stains, and protective coatings to drywall, wood, metal, and concrete surfaces.
  • Perform painting projects in classrooms, laboratories, offices, student services areas, residence halls, and other college buildings.
  • Operate commercial painting equipment, including brushes, rollers, spray guns, lifts, ladders, and scaffolding.
  • Mix and match paints; estimate materials and maintain consistent, high-quality finishes that meet institutional standards.
  • Coordinate projects to minimize disruption to classes, campus events, and daily college operations, including working during school breaks or off-hours as needed.
  • Assist with remodeling projects, furniture moves, campus event setups (if applicable), and seasonal residence hall “make-ready” (if applicable).
  • Provide support to other trades if needed.
  • Assist with related facility maintenance tasks, including minor carpentry, door and hardware adjustments, ceiling tile replacement, and basic fixture repairs.
  • Maintain clean, safe, and organized job sites in accordance with OSHA and college safety policies.
  • Accurately complete work orders and maintain records in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
  • Identify and report facility or safety concerns to Facilities/Maintenance leadership and respond to urgent maintenance needs as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned in support of campus operations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Knowledge of commercial painting practices, surface preparation, materials, coatings, and finishing techniques.
  • Experience with drywall/sheetrock repair, taping, and finishing.
  • Working knowledge of general building systems. Including basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC fundamentals.
  • Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety standards related to painting and facilities maintenance.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and basic technical drawings.
  • Proficiency in the use of painting tools, spray equipment, power tools, ladders, scaffolding, and lifts.
  • Skill in using computers and software applications, including Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
  • Ability to learn about campus building layouts, room locations, and facility infrastructure systems.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete assignments accurately.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a facilities team.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Ability to maintain professional working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and contractors in an active campus environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Minimum of two (2) years commercial or residential painting experience.
  • Experience operating painting machinery and spray equipment.
  • Valid driver’s license and a clean motor vehicle record.
  • Must successfully pass a background check conducted by the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Three (3) or more years of commercial or institutional painting experience.
  • Experience in a higher education or large commercial facility environment.
  • Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
  • Experience with minor carpentry, plumbing, or electrical repairs.

WORKING CONDITIONS
In performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, hear, walk, and sit. Occasionally, the employee may need to push or lift items. Reasonable accommodation can be provided to assist individuals with disabilities in performing the essential functions of the role.

  • Physical ability to lift 50 lbs. of material and carry several feet.
  • Physical ability to work around the clock.
  • Physical ability is sufficient to work in extreme varying temperature ranges.
  • Hearing ability sufficient to notice alarms and mechanical malfunctions.
  • Visual ability is sufficient to drive vehicles.

WORK SCHEDULE
40 hours per week, during regular hours Monday – Friday, 6:00 am – 2:30 pm or 9:30am – 6:00pm. Must be able to work on a variable schedule/hour to meet operational needs. May require evening and weekend hours.

To Apply

Visit www.kckcc.edu and click on CAREERS for a list of available positions.

  • Read the job announcement carefully noting the initial screening date, minimum qualifications, and required information. Note that information contained in your application materials will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Make sure you complete/submit all the documents listed as required.
  • If the position lists a required transcript (during the application process) unofficial transcripts may be submitted. However, please note that upon selection for hire, you will be required to submit official transcripts.
  • Ensure that your transcripts show that a degree was awarded or conferred if you are stating that it is your highest level of education completed. If you certify your level of education and it cannot be verified from your transcript(s), your application may not be referred to the selection committee.
  • Foreign degrees are acceptable provided they have been translated and/or shown to have equivalency to a United States: Associate, Bachelor, Master, or Doctorate level degree.
  • Documentation verifying completion of a degree, course work within a discipline, or other educational criteria should be electronically attached (uploaded) to your application.
  • Three (3) professional references with phone number and email addresses are required.
  • A college selection committee is responsible for application review and interviews. The final candidate(s) selected to be hired will be made by the hiring manager.
  • Successful completion of a background check on all persons recommended for employment is required Individual hiring departments may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process.

***This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

KCKCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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