Painter (Temporary)

Painter (Temporary) The California State University, United States 1 day ago

Location:

San Jose, CALIFORNIA

Deadline:

; Open until filled Painter (Temporary) Apply now Job no: 556119 Work type: Staff

Location:

San José

Categories:

Unit 6

• Teamsters Local 2010, Temporary, Full Time, Trades, On-site (work in-person at business location) Job Summary
• This is a temporary, hourly, up to three-year appointment.
• Reporting to the Associate Director of Architectural Trades & Auto Shop, and under the Lead Painter's direction, the Painter performs journey-level painting and finishing work independently or as part of a team.

Duties include ing finishes (brush, roll, spray, electrostatic), hanging wall coverings, mixing/matching paints, sand/water blasting, erecting scaffolding or rigging, and painting signs and roadway markings. The role also involves advising on materials, inspecting work (including contractors) for quality and code compliance, estimating project costs and timelines, supporting paint shop operations, maintaining tools and equipment, following safety procedures, keeping records, preparing reports, and collaborating with other trades. The Maintenance & Operations unit of Facilities Development & Operations provides maintenance and operations services to a university campus spread across multiple sites comprised of +167 acres, 81 buildings, and more than six million gross square feet. The Architectural Trades & Auto Services Unit is one of the nine total shops in the Maintenance & Operations Unit and is comprised of a Facilities Project Supervisor, Lead Painter, four Painters who report up, through the Senior Director, and Maintenance & Operations who provides supervision, oversight, and guidance. Additionally, the Shop employs temporary Painters on a seasonal basis to support the needs of the campus. Key Responsibilities Apply under coats and finish coats using the full range of application methods including brush, roll, spray and electro-static spray Perform sand and water blasting Erect scaffolding and/or hang rigging from electronic staging for painting projects Paint signs and parking lot/roadway markings Inspect completed work for conformance with specifications, requirements and compliance with applicable building and safety codes and regulations Inspect related work performed by contractors Estimate cost, time and materials for painting projects; participate in the maintenance and operations of a paint shop Clean and maintain painting and finishing materials, tools and equipment used in the performance of duties Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures Maintain a safe and clean work environment Maintain records and retrieve data related to work performed using manual and/or computerized record-keeping systems Attends and participates in departmental meetings, trainings and functions Reports problems and needed repairs to supervisor to be documented and scheduled. Operates utility cart, pick-up truck, welding equipment, scissor lift, forklift, and other equipment, as certified, to access, repair, and transport personnel, equipment and materials Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the painting trade including painting, finishing, drywall, and paperhanging Ability to select the most appropriate materials Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints, plans, drawings, and specification Ability to recognize and accommodate changing priorities; meet deadlines/goals; and complete routine tasks despite intermittent interruptions. Ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with a diverse group of individuals throughout the organization as well as those outside of the organization who are directly or indirectly involved with projects and/or assignments Ability to provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants Required Qualifications Must possess those abilities normally acquired through any combination of progressively responsible training and experience which demonstrates achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of a standard painter's apprenticeship program Must participate in all OSHA required physicals and examinations License A valid driver's license is required for this position. Out of state candidates selected for the position must obtain a State of California driver's license within 10 days of hire in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles regulations. Once hired the employee must successfully complete the Defensive Driver Training Program provided by the State of California for California State University campuses. Preferred Qualifications Ability to read and write at a level appropriate for the duties of the position and follow verbal and written instructions to ensure safety Achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of a standard painter's apprenticeship program Knowledge of the Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety of the State of California Possession of a current California lead abatement worker certification Two years of journey-level experience in the painting trade Experience working in a large commercial or public agency setting Compensation

Classification:

Painter

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$32.79/hourly

• $35.49/hourly (Step 4
• Step 8)

CSU Salary Range:

$30.89/hourly

• $45.01/hourly (Step 1
• Step 20) San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary.

For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary . Application Procedure Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents: Resume Letter of Interest All applicants must within the specified application period: April 2, 2026, through April 19, 2026. This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university. Work Schedule Monday

• Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. May require occasional evening or weekend work to meet operational needs or respond to emergencies. Contact Information University Personnel jobssjsu 408-924-2252 CSU Vaccination Policy The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on
• or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow

COVID-19

vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found at calstate.policystat/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to jobssjsu . Additional Information Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis. The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate ground. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.

SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS.

(e.g.

H1-B VISAS

) All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Office or report any discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity.

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at sjsu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at clerycompliancesjsu . Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at sjsu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report . The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at uhs-frontdesksjsu . Campus Security Authority

• In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority.

Individuals that are designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and complete Clery Act training as determined by the university Clery Director. Equal Employment Statement San José State University is an equal opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination based on age, ancestry, caste, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military status, nationality, race, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, sex stereotype, and veteran status. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff, as well as university programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Reasonable accommodation is made for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

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