Posted: 27-May-26
Location: South Campus, Texas
Internal Number: 494811
Title: Painter
Department: DT Physical Plant
Campus Location: South Campus
Employee Classification: POP - Plant Operations
Position Type: FT - Regular
Grant Funded: No
Pay Frequency: Semi-monthly
Compensation Details: Starting Pay - $41,800
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 4:00pm, Varies based on Department needs.
Remote Eligible: This position is not eligible for remote work
Special Instructions to Applicant:
Job Summary:
This role is responsible for applying coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect interior or exterior surfaces, trimmings, and fixtures of buildings and other structures.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Performance Requirements*
? Reads work orders or receives instructions from supervisor regarding painting surfaces, removes old paint and prepares surfaces for painting with brushes, spray guns, or paint rollers; cleans and cares for brushes, spray guns, and other equipment
? Generates work orders ensuring comprehensive job details, including labor hours and materials used, are entered
? Selects premixed paints, or mixes required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint that matches specified colors
? Applies primers, sealers, stains, and varnishes to the correct surfaces
? Applies paint with cloth, brush, sponge, or fingers to simulate special effects such as wood grain, marble, brick, or tile effects
? Fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other filler and reports need for carpentry repairs to supervisor
? Removes fixtures such as pictures and electric switch covers from walls prior to painting
? Spreads drop cloths over floors and room furnishings, and covers surfaces such as baseboards, doorframes, and windows with masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting
? Erects scaffolding or sets up ladders to perform tasks above ground level
? Washes surfaces prior to painting with mildew remover and cleans worksite after the job is complete, including removing debris and returning the area to its previous condition
? Adheres to all safety rules and regulations to create a safe working environment
Service Excellence
? Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
? Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
? Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College
Supervision
Works under the general supervision of the assigned campus leader
*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required
The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
? High School diploma or GED
? Three (3) years' working experience as a journeyman painter
? A valid driver?s license with an acceptable driving record
Preferred Qualifications:
? Completed vocational or technical painting program
? Current Pro Painter Certificate, National Association of Home Builders? Certified Painter, MPI Essentials of Paint and Painting Technology, MPI Maintenance Repainting Specification, or related certificate from a recognized painting apprenticeship program
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
? Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices of painting tools and equipment
? Knowledge of federal regulations governing environmental protection, hazardous waste disposal and the use of chemical substances and materials common to the painting trade
? Skilled in using the tools of the painting trade including the use of brushes, scrapers, spray guns, and sanding equipment
? Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal relationships
? Ability to identify and resolve issues that may arise during the project
? Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment, fostering a positive and productive workplace culture
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance on unstable platforms, including ladders and scaffolds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work in a variety of outdoor weather conditions significant heights in uncomfortable positions, occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, and is occasionally exposed to fumes, hazardous chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment may be loud and require use of personal protective equipment.
Accommodation/EEO Statement:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
