Paint Prep Technician

Painting Finishes Technician Apprentice or Journeyman City: Logan Campus Posted Date: 24 hours ago (7/17/2026 10:53 AM) Requisition ID: 2026-10516 Number of Openings: 1 Job Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Building Trades Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Non-Exempt Hours per Week: 40 Hours per Week College: Facilities Department: Facilities Operations Telework Eligible: No Overview Finishes Technician Apprentice or Journeyman - Painting perform general painting preparation and application techniques to maintain, repair, and finish USU Facilities, as well as assist with floor covering preparation and application as needed. They work as a member of a team under limited supervision on various projects or assignments. This position will be hired at either an Apprentice or Journeyman level based upon qualifications/experience and duties assigned. Please see Qualifications section below. Responsibilities Prepares surfaces before painting by: removing nails, washing, scraping, sanding, puttying, patching, mudding and taping, etc. Repairs chips or scrapes on walls, ceilings, and furniture and completes texturing tasks. Applies paint to walls, equipment, buildings, and other structural surfaces by using brushes, rollers and related equipment. Mixes, blends and matches paint to proper color and consistency, using computer. Maintains records of paint colors for assigned buildings. Operates equipment such as spray equipment, striping machine, scaffolding, and motorized lifts. Hangs wallpaper and applies other decorative finish elements to walls and other surfaces. Cleans equipment, shop area, and work site. Provides limited technical guidance and direction to less senior technicians. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned such as assists work in the other areas of the Finishes Shop. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: For Apprentice: Apptitude is required. Basic knowledge and understanding of building trades. Pass the Weisen Test of Mechanical Aptitude. For Journeyman: Four years of directly related work experience. Incumbents must possess journeyman skills and/or a license. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Skilled with various hand and power tools common to trade. Knowledge of different types of floor coverings and installation and repair techniques. Knowledge of repair process for walls and surfaces. Ability to select and apply paint. Knowledge of various types of painting and finishing materials and application techniques. Ability to take direction from supervisors. Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach: Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV” Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application Document size may not exceed 10 MB. Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits ADA The position requires considerable physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting and/or pushing and pulling of heavy objects. Employees must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting. Additionally, the work environment can include confined or narrow spaces. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment. Notice of Non-discrimination In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, View email address on click.appcast.io, Distance Education Rm. 401, View phone number on click.appcast.io Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, View email address on click.appcast.io, Distance Education Rm. 404, View phone number on click.appcast.io Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322 For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit or contact: U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights , View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io *updated 09/2023 #J-18808-Ljbffr