A Painter applies paint to walls of houses or buildings, including interior and exterior walls. Prepares wall surfaces before painting. May specialize in painting industrial structures.
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SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY
Occupation:
Painters, Construction and Maintenance
Location:
Huntsville, TX - 77340
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift
Posted:
08/11/2026
Positions available: 1
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite /
Remote:
Not Specified
Updated:
08/14/2026
Expires:
08/11/2027
Agency Job ID:
202600245S
Job #: 17053682
Job Requirements and Properties
Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite
Full Time Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience
48 Month(s) DL
Required Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Public Transit
Available Benefits Help for .
Department:
Facilities Management - Facilities Services Full Time Open until filled:
Yes Requisition:
202600245
S Educational and Experience Requirement:
High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Minimum of four years journeyperson level painting experience or experience in a related field. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.
Nature & Purpose of Position:
Provides skilled services as a painter. Works under general direction in painting and repairing for painting both interiors and exteriors of facilities assigned.
Primary Responsibilities:
Finishing; plastering; painting with brush, roller, or spray equipment. Plastering includes new and patch work. Finishing includes taping and floating of sheetrock. Application of acoustical material to ceilings and refinishing furniture. Performs periodic inspection as required. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications:
Use of spray equipment (airless and conventional); scaffolding and ladders; electric sanders; paint brushes and rollers; and sheetrock and plastering equipment. Proficiency required in all phases of work. Exposure to paint fumes from oil base paints. Work in window jacks sometimes at 4th floor level. Work occasionally includes high places, mechanical rooms, plant environments, kneeling, bending, and crawling. Work schedules may vary according to departmental needs. Attention and care is required in the performance of duties to prevent injury to self and others. Uniforms and identification badges are provided by the University according to departmental policy. Requires driving and operating a university vehicle; therefore, a valid Texas drivers license and driving record acceptable to the universitys insurance carrier is required. Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with TitleVIIas interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an at will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions atSHSUrequire background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.
Physical Address:
Human Resources Department 1831 University Ave, John W. Thomason Bldg. Suite 202 P.O. Box 2356 Huntsville, TX 77341-2356
