Temporary Painter

Temporary Painter Posting Number:

493979

Type of Position:

Full-time

Location:

Poughkeepsie, NY

Categories:

Temporary Position Title:

Temporary Painter Department/School:

Physical Plant Salary/Pay Rate:

$25.00/hour•$25.00/hour

Job Summary:

Marist University invites applications for the position of Temporary Painter. The Temporary Painter is responsible for performing all painting functions for dormitories, classrooms, offices, and other areas pertaining to the college using latex, oil base, polyurethane, rubber base paints, stains, and/or varnishes. Multiple opportunities are available•position runs May 15, 2026•September 15, 2026.

Minimum Qualifications:

Five years' experience in the field of painting or verifiable previous experience to indicate the ability to perform the work is required. Must have knowledge of paints, their properties, covering ability, application, and surface preparation. Must possess the ability to mix paints. Must be able to repair various types of walls, and possess the knowledge and ability to patch and tape sheet rock and plaster walls to prepare them for painting. A NYS driver's license with no serious convictions is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work inside and outside. Maybe exposed to hazards from use of electrical, electronic, mechanical, and power equipment, toxic chemicals and gases, etc.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Have the ability to perform repeated bending, squatting, stooping, pushing and pulling, and lifting heavy weights of at least 50 lbs. Perform prolonged standing and walking. Have the ability to climb ladders and scaffolding.

Essential Functions:

To perform the following daily functions for all dormitories, classrooms, offices, and other areas pertaining to the college using latex, oil base, polyurethane, rubber base paints, stains, and/or varnishes: Paints the exterior and interiors of all college related buildings and equipment; Varnishes doors and woodwork as assigned; Stains doors, trim, furniture, etc. as assigned; Tapes and spackles new wallboard and prepares surfaces for paint; Maintains an inventory of paints, stains, varnishes., brushes, rollers, and drop cloths needed to complete the assigned jobs; Protect and provide upkeep of tools and components needed to complete assigned task. Appropriate work attire is required. Maintains a safe and clean working environment daily. Maintains all Marist owned equipment assigned to employees. Conforms to all federal, state, and local regulatory agencies with regard to codes and guidelines i.e.: EPA, OSHA, ASTM, ADA, NEMA, UL, NEC, ISA, NFA, AMSI, AMSE and Marist mandated policies. Follow all departmental policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. Assist with other maintenance work as assigned.

Required Application Documents:

Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3

Professional References About Marist University:

Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about

Type of Position:

Full-time Classification:

Temporary Months per

Year:

Other Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:45pm Hours per

Week:

40

Location:

Marist University Main Campus Number of Position Openings:

10