Painter

Western Washington University•Bellingham, WA

8d•$4,772 - $5,537•Onsite

About The Position

Western Washington University is hiring a Painter in Facilities Development and Operations. The position works independently at the journey level and in small teams, following direction from a supervisor or lead. Work includes patching, painting, plastering, and taping drywall; painting with brushes, rollers, and spray equipment; power washing and sealing exterior surfaces; trim painting; and related tasks. The Painter also performs a range of additional work, including installing interior and exterior signage, carpet, tile, and custom vehicle decals. The position requires travel to university work sites in a service truck and setup and removal of elevated work platforms. The role is open only to current permanent WFSE employees who are no longer on probation. A fingerprint background check is required.

Requirements

Four years of journey-level experience in a skilled painting trade in a commercial or industrial environment.
Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and plans.
Ability to read and understand written information and instructions.
Ability to manage time and work under pressure with tight schedules and deadlines.
Demonstrated experience or ability to work in commercial and institutional settings.
Knowledge of tools used in the trade.
Willingness to certify in asbestos abatement.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Ability to maintain and safely use trade-related hand and power tools.
Experience working in sensitive settings such as operational offices, classrooms, dorm rooms, and restrooms.
Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one before starting work, to drive a state-owned vehicle to work locations.
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to perform daily work tasks independently under limited supervision.
Technical accuracy and recordkeeping skills.
Ability to use computer hardware and software to track work orders and record time worked.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a friendly and cooperative manner with students, staff, faculty, and the public.
Compliance with university immunization policies, including proof of Rubeola measles immunity within 60 days of hire.
Successful completion of a fingerprint background check.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations, standard job safety rules, and proper use of a face respirator.
Demonstrated skills in installing carpet, cove base, and vinyl tile, including safe removal and preparation with self-leveling materials.
Demonstrated skills in setting tile in interior spaces such as bathrooms and outdoor areas such as courtyards.

Responsibilities

Apply primers, sealers, undercoats, and finish paints using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
Paint interior and exterior surfaces of buildings, machinery, piping, and floors.
Mix and match stains to existing woodwork, cabinets, and furniture.
Strip and refinish woodwork, cabinets, and furniture.
Patch and finish gypsum wallboard and plaster.
Tape and texture new wallboard for seamless integration.
Clean and maintain painting tools, including brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
Disassemble and reassemble airless and conventional spray systems.
Operate and maintain sandblasting and pressure-washing equipment.
Drive a service truck to transport equipment and personnel to WWU job sites.
Load and unload materials and supplies.
Install and remove scaffolding, swing stages, ladders, ladder jacks, planks, boom trucks, and other elevated work platforms.
Install interior and exterior directional, branding, and safety signage.
Install carpet, attending to layout, seam alignment, and adhesive application.
Set interior and exterior tile, including surface preparation, spacing, and grouting.
Install custom decals on vehicles, maintaining alignment, adhesion quality, and visual consistency.
Track work orders and record time worked using required computer hardware and software.
Maintain productive and effective inclusive working relationships with diverse members of the university community and external constituents, and apply sustainability concepts in performing job duties.