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Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number
N01167
Classification Title
Painter
Working Title
Painter
Employee Group
Staff
Bargaining Unit
AFSCME
Location
Main Campus
Department
Zone 4
Pay Rate
$40,685
Employment Type
Regular FT
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Position Summary Information
Position Summary
Cleans, patches, and prepares a variety of surfaces, such as buildings, walls, structures, furniture, and machinery.
Prepares surfaces by dissolving, stripping, scraping, burning, brushing, and sanding them using heat guns, sandpaper, sandblasters, scrapers, chemical paint solvents, and vacuum sanders.
Performs patching repairs to surfaces using spackle, plaster, caulk, putty, and other appropriate materials.
Applies a variety of products, to include water- or oil-based paints, stains, varnishes, primers, epoxies, shellacs, urethanes, glazes, and related products to interior and exterior surfaces.
Applies materials using a variety of tools and equipment, such as brushes, rollers, spray guns, spraying booths, and line painters.
Measures surface areas and recommends the kind, quantity, and quality of paint and other materials to be used. Cuts to size, aligns, and applies wallpaper, canvas, and other wall coverings. Researches the use and application of new products and identifies coatings appropriate for unique surfaces.
Selects or mixes products to produce desired color, gloss, or surface effect; and maintains product documentation in tracking systems.
Cleans surfaces with chemicals, caustic removers, and other specialty cleaners.
Tapes, spackles, sands, and finishes drywall. Prepares and paints curbs and parking areas.
Hauls and erects ladders and scaffolding when working at heights.
Demonstrates and provides instruction to other trades and maintenance employees on painting-related tasks.
Follows Safety Data Sheets for the proper application and disposal of products.
Complies with safety standards for work assignments, including protecting surrounding areas and surfaces from paint splatter and wearing personal protective equipment.
An employee in this job participates in the performance of other trades' tasks consistent with operational and organizational requirements.
Operates motor vehicles and maintains valid and current PA drivers license. Performs related work as required.
Knowledge of the methods, materials, hazards, safety precautions, and practices of the painting trade.
Knowledge of the care and use of tools essential to the painting trade. Knowledge of the use and functionality of Microsoft Office Suite software.
Ability to measure and calculate square footage for estimating necessary materials.
Ability to communicate effectively orally. Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Minimum Qualifications
Successful completion of the Building Trades Trainee program (commonwealth title);
or
Three years of experience in the painting trade;
or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Successful performance in an interview and passing a criminal background check also required.
Must be capable of passing a fit test for a respirator.
Must have a valid driver's license to operate state vehicles.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with electrostatic painting; experience with institutional painting, including working in a campus environment; and experience working with diverse populations.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Date
05/10/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
No
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Chief Human Resource Officer
205 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2016
Respect for Individuals in the Community
Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide three professional references in the application form.
Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police) background check, Act 151 (Child Abuse) background check, and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.