Painter

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Position Title:

Painter## Job Group:

Merit## Required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four years of experience in the trade, including apprenticeship.##

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with large-scale or high-traffic painting projects, ideally in a facilities or institutional environment    

Experience with preparing surfaces for refinishing; specifically drywall patching and finishing    

Experience with environmentally friendly or specialty coatings    Experience supervising or training painters or staff##

Job Description:

** Bring your skills to the Department of Residence at Iowa State University, where your work helps make the campus feel like home.
** As a Painter, you’ll play a hands-on role in maintaining and refreshing student living spaces, ensuring they’re safe, welcoming, and ready for the next generation of Cyclones.
** Schedule & Location
*** Full-time, Monday–Friday, daytime hours
* Work is on campus in student residence halls and apartments
** How You’ll Contribute**
* ** Painting & Repairs**:
Handle interior and exterior painting, drywall repair, and finishing to keep residence halls looking their best.
* ** Surface Prep & Finishing:
** Prepare walls and surfaces, mix and match colors, and apply paints, stains, and coatings for a polished, professional finish.
* ** Tools & Equipment:
** Maintain painting tools, supplies, and equipment; ensure safe use and readiness for daily work.
* ** General Maintenance Support:
** Assist with broader maintenance projects and collaborate with other trades to meet building needs.
* ** Safety & Standards:
** Follow safety procedures, keep work areas clean, and help ensure a safe environment for students and staff.
** Why Join Us
** The Department of Residence isn’t just about buildings—it’s about creating a welcoming community for over 12,000 students. You’ll be part of a team that values quality, teamwork, and the visible impact of your work on student life. Learn more about our philosophy and meet the staff who make it happen:
** What You’ll Get
*** Insurance benefits (medical, dental, and vision) starting on your first day—with timely enrollment
* Competitive retirement options with generous university contributions
* Paid time off, sick leave, and holiday pay – Enjoy Holidays OFF!
* Consistent, full-time schedule with daytime hours to support work-life balance
* Steady work that supports the campus community
** Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
*** Prepares surfaces for refinishing by sanding, scraping, filling cracks and taping sheet rock; works from ground or floor level, from ladders, and from stationary and swing stages.
* Applies paint with brush, roller and sprayer; hangs wallpaper and vinyl and acoustical wall covering materials; glazes, refinishes and antiques woodwork; and mixes stains and paints.
* Determines method, materials, and equipment needed to complete job assignments.
* Keeps a record for each project: materials used, colors, textures, locations, dates, and tasks performed.
* Cleans and maintains brushes, rollers, sprayers, and other tools and equipment.
* Cuts and sets glass and repairs windows, and may perform plastering duties.
* Assists in directing the work of apprentices
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
*** Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in the painting trade.
* Knowledge of the properties, purposes, preparation, and uses of painting materials and tools.
* Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
* Skill in the use and maintenance of the tools of the painting trade, safely and skillfully.
* Ability to erect and work from ladders and scaffolds safely.
* Ability to read and interpret blueprints, architect drawings and verbal and written instructions.
* Ability to perform the full range of painting tasks independently.
* Ability to direct the work of others.
* Ability to work in extreme weather conditions, work at heights, and in an environment that may have dust or fumes.
* Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.*## Appointment Type:

Regular## Number of Months Employed Per…