Painter

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Job Posting Information

Posting Number PG194660SP

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title Painter

Anticipated Hiring Range $44,000 - $45,209

Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m.

- 3:30 p.m.

Job Location

Department Building Maintenance & Operations

About the Department

The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan ,
build
, and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:

• Design & Construction
• Business Operations
• Campus Operations and Maintenance
• Campus Planning and Strategic Investment

Whether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities, or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service, and stewardship.

Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member,
you belong here
, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well‑being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

Disclaimer:
Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Join our passionate Facilities team as a Painter in the Trade Shop, where your skills will help keep our campus vibrant, safe, and inviting.
In this role, you’ll use your expertise in painting, finishing, and drywall repair to maintain the beauty and functionality of our buildings and spaces
. If you enjoy hands‑on work, attention to detail, and seeing the visible results of your craftsmanship, we invite you to apply and be part of the team that helps our campus shine.

Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, patching, priming, and ensuring optimal conditions for paintingb>
• Paint a variety of surfaces, including walls, ceilings, casework, fixtures, handrails, bollards, and equipment
• Perform advanced surface preparation, including sanding, applying wood filler, Bondo, caulking, and completing drywall repairs.
• Match paint colors and finishes to maintain consistency throughout campus facilities.
• Mix and tint paints accurately using specialized equipment
• Inspect work areas, materials, and vehicles regularly to ensure safety and compliance with hazardous material regulations
• plans, product specifications, and PPE requirements to ensure proper application and disposal procedures
• Report safety concerns, infractions, accidents, and injuries promptly in accordance with University policy
• Assist with power washing and other maintenance projects across campus as needed
• Collaborate with other Trade Shops units to support broader maintenance and repair initiatives
• Lift up to 60 pounds frequently and up to 90 plus pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and the general public, understand and follow verbal and written instructions and other communications related to work assignments and other matters.

Other Responsibilities

• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and is required to report to work during adverse weather conditions or emergencies, even when the University is operating on an alternative schedule. May include assisting with snow and ice removal as directed by a supervisor.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the…