Position Residence Hall Painter / Maintenance Technician, Housing Department Facilities Services Starting Date ASAP Salary $2569 Monthly Plus Benefits Job # S080-26 Budget Position # EH1198 Posted 06/15/2026 Description
This is skilled work in the painting of buildings, fixtures, and equipment. Work involves preparation of various types of surfaces for painting and applying paint by use of spray guns and/or brushes. Work is performed under general supervision of the Paint Forperson. The employee in this class supervises the work of Painters I in absence of the Foreperson. Work requires working on ladders and scaffolds, as well as bending and kneeling.
Examples
Prepares surfaces for paint by scraping, sandpapering, wire brushing, and cleaning. Mixes, matches, and applies paints, varnishes, lacquers, shellacs, and other finishes. Tapes and beds sheetrock. Refinishes and restores interior and exterior painted surfaces. Paints new construction or modifications and alterations to buildings using brush, roller, or spray equipment. Refinishes office furniture, cabinets, shelves, table tops, and other furnishings. Maintains record of materials and labor expended on each job. Observes adequate fire prevention, safety, and housekeeping practices in all operations. Performs other duties as assigned and/or required.
Physical Condition
Moderate physical activity with occasional lifting of objects weighing over fifty pounds.
Experience
Three to five years experience as a skilled painter.
Knowledge
Considerable knowledge of the standard methods, practices, tools, equipment, and materials of the painting trade. Considerable knowledge of the proper preparation of surfaces to be painted, and of proper methods of mixing and matching all types of paints. Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the painting trade.
Education
Graduation from high school or vocational school.
Additional Requirements
Requires the ability to work well with diverse populations and maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must have some administrative skills and the ability to follow oral or written instructions; knowledge in asbestos operations and maintenance programs; the physical ability to work from ladders or scaffolds and in uncomfortable positions; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Regular reliable attendance is required. Requires employment physical exam. A valid Texas drivers license is required. This position is designated as security sensitive (Low) and requires a criminal background check.
Standard Requirements
Requires the ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to University's core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, per the MSU Texas Values Journey. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required.
This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
To Apply:
Submit a state of Texas application and list of three references to the Human Resources Department:
E-mail: human.resources@msutexas.edu
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Midwestern State University
Human Resources Department
3410 Taft Boulevard
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
Phone: 940-397-4221
Fax:940-397-4780