Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Associate Director, Maintenance & Operations, and receiving work lead direction from Facility Project Supervisor, the Painter is responsible for providing the full range of skilled painting, finishing and related work maintaining a wide variety of interior and exterior surfaces and structures, to ensure a clean, safe and attractive learning environment. The position makes decisions based upon sound maintenance practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs various types of preventative maintenance, including scraping, sanding, taping, covering, sealing voids, removing parts, and touch-ups
• Prepares for painting, and paints interior/exterior of college facility structures. Moves and covers furniture and equipment to prepare for painting
• Operates hand and power tools for the preparation and completion of painting process
• Inspects surfaces and surrounding areas for needed maintenance or repair
• Operates paint mixing and coloring devices for preparation of materials.
• Operates utility cart, scissor lift, forklift (as certified) for painting and transporting materials, personnel, and waste
• Reports problems and needed repairs to be documented and scheduled
• Unlocks and secures facility areas to access equipment, items to be repaired and/or maintained
• Consults and works with other trade workers for completion of repairs and remodels
• Operates radio or cellular phone for communication of urgent needs, critical information and status updates
• Records work details in log sheets and keeps time records to assists in completion of documentation
• Uses computer for communicating, researching painting-related items, documenting job duties, and recording time logs
• Attends and participates in departmental meetings, trainings and functions
• Maintains clean work areas, tools, equipment and associated structures
• Uses protective equipment, as required, for personal safety

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the painting trade including painting, finishing, drywall, and paperhanging
• Thorough knowledge of the applicable state codes and regulations, including the Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety of the State of California
• Ability to apply paints and finishes neatly and accurately
• Ability to mix paints and finishes and match colors
• Ability to erect and work from scaffolds, rigging and ladders
• Ability to select the most appropriate materials
• Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints, plans, drawings, and specifications; and to make rough sketches
• Ability to estimate cost, time and materials of painting work
• Ability to maintain records and retrieve data using manual and/or computerized record-keeping systems; and to prepare standard reports
• Ability to provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants
• Ability to analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations
• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the position and to perform arithmetic calculations as required by the position. Ability to learn and maintain knowledge of a variety of state, federal, CSU, and SJSU policies and procedures pertaining to assigned duties
• Ability to implement a positive customer service approach, with a commitment to high ethical standards, while maintaining focus on solving problems or issues effectively and in a professional manner
• Ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with a diverse group of individuals who are directly or indirectly involved with assignments and projects
• Ability to foster and participate in a positive, cooperative, productive teamwork focused atmosphere and maintain positive working relationships with a diverse population including those from various backgrounds
• Ability to understand and embrace priorities for work assignments while also maintaining flexibility to accommodate changes while meeting deadlines despite intermittent interruptions
• Ability to operationalize sustainability concepts (economic justice, social justice, environmental justice) into all aspects of performing job duties
• Ability to perform strenuous work in potentially hazardous environments
• Ability to pass a physical which enables the use of a half-face respirator
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license and maintain a driving record that allows for the operation of any vehicle or equipment required in the performance of duties
• Must be able to successfully complete the Defensive Driver Training Program provided by the State of California for CSU campuses and pass the course exam