Painter

Towson University (TU) has earned distinction as both a top-100 public university and one of the nation's great colleges to work for. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivating the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

The Painter performs painting work at the journey level by preparing surfaces for painting, plasters and/or paints building interiors, exteriors, road and parking surfaces. The Painter provides estimates for paint jobs, selects appropriate colors, ensures products used are correctly applied and follows the material safety data sheets (MSDS) as directed. The typical work schedule is Mon-Fri from 7:00am to 3:30pm.

Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in the methods and techniques used in the painting trade. Thorough knowledge of and skill in basic mathematics including area, volume, weights, and the practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions; of OSHA regulations related to the painting trade. Skill in the use and maintenance of the tools and equipment of the painting trade. Ability to schedule and lay out work; to perceive the normal color spectrum; to prepare summaries and reports; to communicate effectively and follow oral and written directions; to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work from ladders, rigging, and scaffolding; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on equipment and machinery; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license required. Candidates selected for employment may be required to be trained to work with asbestos.

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

$46,736 annually and full University benefits that includes annual leave, up to 17 holidays, personal and sick days; excellent health, life, and retirement plans; and