Student Painter

Student Painter University of Mexico 12.00 Hourly United States, Mexico, Albuquerque 1 University Of Mexico (Show on map) Mar 17, 2026 Requisition IDreq36108 Working TitleStudent Painter Pay12.00 Hourly CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentRLSH Facilities Maintenance (215E2) Employment TypeStudent Employment Student TypeStudent Employment StatusNon-Exempt Background Check Required For Best Consideration Date3/31/2026 Position Summary •WE ARE

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION FROM ALL STUDENTS REGARDLESS OF

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•Under the leadership of the Executive Director of Residence Life and Student Housing, the Associate Director, the Manager of Facilities Operations, and the supervision of the RLSH Painter, the Student Painter plays an integral role in the daily operations of the residential facilities and in the quality of the on-campus experience within the University residence halls. RLSH operates year-round and serves a variety of campus and community populations. UNM Residence Life and Student Housing (RLSH) endeavors to foster inclusive, community-based living environments, consciously designed for our residents' personal growth and academic success, in well-maintained facilities. RLSH is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Student Painter to work in a dynamic, student-oriented, and academically focused residential environment. RLSH is a comprehensive department that manages all aspects of the housing experience, serving 2500 residents across 9 residential buildings. The term for the summer position begins May 18, 2026, and ends on or around August 16, 2026. This position is subject to background check. Please note that the exact start date will be determined once the pre-employment background check has cleared. Student Paint staff may qualify for a discounted or free RLSH summer room assignment based on meeting a work hours minimum requirement. To be eligible for student employment, students must be enrolled for fall 2026 classes or summer 2026 classes. If enrolled for fall and not enrolled for summer, students may work up to 40 hours per week. Students taking a summer course can work only up to 28 hours per week (for domestic students) or up to 20 hours per week (for international students) during their enrollment. Duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Applies paints, sealers, and solvents to exterior and interior building surfaces such as plaster, sheetrock, concrete, and wood. Operates equipment such as airless spray equipment, scaffolding, and motorized lifts. Performs surface preparation, including application of putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks. Prepares surfaces by sanding, cleaning, and pressure washing. May apply exterior caulking to building joints and seams under direct supervision. May move furniture and other items including locating and relocating desks, bedframes, bed springs, mattresses, chairs, tables, common area furniture, and other related RLSH inventory/items. Arranges and sets up furniture and related items. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Pass a pre-employment criminal background check. Be eligible for student employment.

Working Conditions & Physical Effort Required:

Work involves exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, and/or loud noises. Physical activity required. Requires handling an average weight of 50 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four hours per day. Work environment involves some exposure to hazards of physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade. Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures. Minimum Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please attach the following:

1. Resume 2. Course schedule for Fall 2026 semester. The University of Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.