Paint Supervisor

Posting Details

Position Information


Posting Number
S1500768


Job Title
Paint Supervisor


Position Number
M02560


Division
President - PRS


Department
Paint Department


FLSA
Non-Exempt


Salary Grade
115


Salary Classification
Classified


Annual Salary Range

Hourly Salary Range
$19.08 - $25.44


Employment Status
Full Time 12 Mos Regular


General Description


The purpose of this position is to plan, develop, organize, direct, and evaluate all aspects of the Painting Department and provide supervision of department personnel.

Essential Job Duties

1. Use the physical plant computer to schedule, track, and report the department's work orders. Prioritize work orders to ensure high level of productivity.
2. Accurately estimate material and labor cost to complete painting projects.
3. Manage material and labor cost in order to keep them at a minimum.
4. Serve as a paint consultant in regards to color and type of paint and/or covering to be used on projects.
5. Perform all painting related duties with a high level of competency and establish and maintain a quality standard for all work performed by staff.
6. Maintain all signage on campus.
7. Supervise cleaning where pressure washers are required.
8. Provide technical guidance on each job to include the care and use of equipment and tools. Provide expertise in proper paint mixing and other decorative projects.
9. Coordinate sandblasting and rigging structures.
10. Ensure adequate training of staff consistent with their skill levels and with the requirements of the department.
11. Supervise and approve attendance records and prepare other personnel related documents.
12. Instruct and educate staff on safety practices related to their work, including; safe use of ladders, swings, stages, scaffolding and toxic materials. Conduct routine safety meetings.
13. Read and interpret blueprints, layout schematics, and other technical documents related to projects.
14. Supervise stripping, decorating, refinishing and painting utility furniture as required.
15. Supervise the installation of wallpaper.
16. Participate in the recruiting process of staff within the department.
17. Provide leadership, evaluate, and supervise direct reports in performing duties as charged.

Additional Duties

• Supervise the annual layout, marking and painting of streets and parking lots in conjunction with traffic control to obtain maximum usable space.
• Place decals on physical plant fleet and around campus.
• Remove any graffiti around campus.

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to supervise the work of others;
• Basic computer skills;
• Knowledge of policies and procedures of the University of Montevallo;
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Technical knowledge and problem solving skills;
• Possess strong customer service and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to maintain successful working relationships, demonstrating diplomacy, tact and discretion;
• Knowledge of work-place safety guidelines;
• Ability to work in inclement weather conditions;
• Ability to work on-call and before/after normal work hours as requested.
• Knowledge of blueprints, and a broad knowledge of painter trades;
• Physical ability to climb ladders and work in high places.

Education and Experience


The educational requirement for this position is: High school diploma/GED Education substituted for experience? No
This position requires: Five years' experience as a painter; Experience substituted for education? No

Licenses, Certification or Registrations


Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications required for this position include:

• Certified in lead base renovation.
• Valid driver's license
• Acceptable driving record

Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications preferred for this position include:

• Certified with man lift and bucket truck

Environmental Working Conditions
Indoor and Outdoor


Travel Requirements
Light Travel


Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Physical Requirements


Standing: Under 1/3 of the time; walking: Under 1/3 of the time; sitting: Under 1/3 of the time; using hands: Under 1/3 of the time; reaching with hands and arms: Up to 2/3 of the time; climbing or balancing: Under 1/3 of the time; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: Under 1/3 of the time. This position requires lifting: Up to 10 pounds: Up to 2/3 of the time; up to 25 pounds: Up to 2/3 of the time; up to 50 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 100 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; and, more than 100 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time. This position has the following special vision requirements: • Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less). • Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more). • Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors). • Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up or down or to the left and right when vision is fixed on a given point). • Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships). • Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).

Open Date
08/11/2026


Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Statement


The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

EEO Statement


UM is an Equal Opportunity Institution.

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