Painter at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitlePainterRequisition NumberRE52890Working TitleDepartment Name3CP26:Campus Maintenance CentralWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level40Salary Range$15.30-24.50/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationHSClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience4 yrsRequired License/Registration/CertificationNone.Physical RequirementsLifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to and possibly over 50lbs; Standing
or walking with objects up to 25lbs; Repetitive motion. May work at heights
above four feet; in tiring and uncomfortable positions; outside and inside; and
on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, ladders, and scaffolding. May be
exposed to loud noises, fumes, confined spaces, and/or temperature extremes
while on job sites.Shift7:30 am – 4:15 pm; (Monday – Friday).

Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors and may include
some nights(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.Job SummaryUnder the direction of the Supervisor and Department Management, the Painter
receives and completes work orders while maintaining accurate records on
material and labor used; Detects needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and
equipment by following established inspection procedures; Smoothes and
prepares surfaces for painting, including sanding and removing old paint; Fills
nail holes, cracks, and joints with putty, plaster, or other fillers; Tapes, floats,
finishes, and textures walls and ceilings; Removes graffiti from the interior and
exterior of buildings; Repairs glass of building windows; Prepares all painted
signs required by the Campus; Erects scaffolding or sets up ladder to perform
tasks above ground level; and Utilizes a computerized maintenance
management system (SAP) for work order processing. In addition, this position
paints surfaces, using brushes, spray gun, or paint rollers, and applies paint
with cloth, brush, sponge, or fingers to create special effects; Stains, seals, and
varnishes wood surfaces; Performs maintenance roof coatings and repairs;
Performs mold and paint removal; Operates tools and equipment according to
established safety procedures; Performs preventive maintenance on tools and
equipment and ensures that equipment is in safe operating condition; Follows
established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including
lifting, climbing, etc.; Stores, handles and disposes of paint, stain, varnish, and
other chemicals according to established procedures; Corrects unsafe
conditions in work areas and reports any conditions that are not correctable to
supervisor immediately; and Ensures proper use of Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE).Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMS Windows/Office; KRONOS; and SAP.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceHigh School + 4-years
Driver’s License — PreferredDeadline to Apply02/08/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Describe your work experience as it relates to this position.

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * Do you have experience operating painting equipment such as brush rollers, spray units, aerial lifts, scaffolding, etc?
   • No
   • Yes
3. * How many years of paid work experience do you have in painting?
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
4. * Describe what "teamwork" means to you.

   (Open Ended Question)

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Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter