Painter, Housing and Residence Life Job at University of Tennessee, Chattanooga, TN

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  • University of Tennessee
  • Chattanooga, TN

Job Description

Description

Under general supervision the painter performs work preparing and painting within buildings equipment furniture and various other surfaces and performing related work as required.

Responsibilities
  • Removes and replaces damaged wall ceiling and trim materials
  • Prepares materials to properly accept finishes
  • Applies finishes with paint brushes rollers or spray applicators to buildings equipment furniture and other surfaces
  • Determines type and kind of materials needed time allowance between coats the number of coats required and adequacy of surface preparation for areas to be painted
  • Applies primer sealer and undercoats to office interiors and applies finish and/or protective coats to walls and ceilings
  • Thins material to proper consistency and mixes/matches paints to surfaces being painted
  • Safely operates ladders lifts and scaffolding when performing tasks at elevated heights
  • Performs other general maintenance work as requested

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

  • Knowledge of principles practices and methods of painting
  • Knowledge of paints colors and mixing of colors
  • Knowledge of surface preparations primers sealers undercoats and thinners
  • Knowledge of the equipment used in painting
  • Knowledge of the safety precautions to be used when working with the necessary equipment
  • Ability to apply paint evenly consistently and efficiently
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees

The review of applications will begin June 9 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications

Minimum: Typically requires a high school diploma and two years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.

Preferred: Three or more years of relevant experience is preferred.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office,

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