Painter

Posting Details

Job Posting Information Posting Number PG194934SP 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 Raleigh, NC Department Building Maintenance & Operations About the Department The is home to nearly 900 professionals who , ,andthe 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.

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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. Essential Job Duties 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 painting
• 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
• Review 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.
• Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Qualifications Minimum Experience/Education High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Optional Guidelines: Experience in the Trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman-level commercial painting experience
• Experience working within multi-trade environments
• Skilled in the mixing of paints and in matching and blending colors

Required License or Certification

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.

Valid NC Driver's License required Yes Commercial Driver's License Required? No Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions Job Open Date 04/10/2026 Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 04/17/2026 Notice to Applicants Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume”. Special Instructions Please include as attachments a resume/CV and contact information for at least 3 professional references. Position Details Position Number 00100004 Position Type SHRA Position Classification Band Title Facility Maintenance Technician - Building Trades Position Classification Band Level Journey Position Classification Salary Range $ 36,467 - $ 68,232 Salary Grade Equivalency NC06 Alternate Option If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00 Appointment 12 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies Time Limited Position No Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable) Department Id 445030 - Building Maintenance & Operations EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

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