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Painter - Structural Trades

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At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming, we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace.

JOB TITLE:

Painter

JOB PURPOSE:

Under general supervision, perform journeyman-level painting and related work required for preservation, cleanliness, security and beautification of interior and exterior surfaces of buildings, structures, parking lots, and equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare surfaces for paint, varnish, enamel, lacquer, or stain application using appropriate chemicals and tools.
• Apply paint, varnish, enamel, lacquer and stain to interior and exterior surfaces using brushes, rollers and spray guns.
• Mix paint to specified colors and textures using oil, thinner, drying agents and various pigments and solvents.
• Tape and texture drywall surfaces.
• Erect and safely utilize scaffolding, ladders, or swings.
• Clean brushes, rollers, spray guns, and other tools; clean work areas and installed glass.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications to determine equipment and materials required and methods of installation to complete project.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• May perform work in areas such as wallpapering, special effects painting, or specialized textures.

COMPETENCIES:

• Attention to Detail
• Consistency
• Initiative
• Quality Orientation
• Safety Awareness
• Work Tempo

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or GED, plus completion of U.S. Department of Labor approved painting and drywall apprenticeship programs (4 years) which meets their requirements to attain journeyman-level status.

Experience: 2 years painting experience including taping and texturing drywall at journeyman-level status as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements: Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

4 years of drywall finishing experience

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume or C.V.
3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 07/16/2026 will receive full consideration.

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.