Lead Painting Technician

Posting Details

Working Title Lead Painting Technician

Position Number 01438A

Department STRUCTURAL

Location Norfolk, VA

Type of Position Classified

Type of Job Full Time

EEO Category G Skilled Craft Workers

Job Description

The Lead Painter Technician role will be based on-site and will contribute to a variety of Facilities Management (FM) construction and renovation projects. The incumbent is responsible for planning, scheduling, and supervising the activities of other painters and other skilled and semi-skilled workers as directed. This position also performs a wide variety of skilled painting tasks and may also perform other trades-related activities. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in commercial painting, general construction, and light renovation, and will be comfortable working with minimal supervision across a wide range of projects. This role requires a strong team-oriented mindset, the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities, and a consistent focus on quality and safety.

Type of Recruitment

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Considerable knowledge of painting practices, equipment and materials; of the surface and absorption qualities of various woods, metals, drywall, cement, and other materials. Working knowledge of supervisory principles. Working knowledge of safety standards. Working knowledge of safety procedures and practices in construction environments. Ability to plan, schedule, and estimate materials for assigned projects. Demonstrated ability to work independently and follow written and verbal instructions. Demonstrated ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs. Ability to prepare and maintain records and paperwork regarding work performed. Considerable skill in the use of brushes, rollers, and spray equipment and other hand tools; and in the use of equipment related to surface preparation and painting. Excellent attention to detail and time management

Special licenses, registration or certification

Valid Driver’s License and insurable driving record.

Education or training

N/A

Level and type of experience

Considerable experience in the painting field and some experience in the supervision of others.

Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)

OSHA 10/30-hour certification and experience estimating and planning projects. Experience working in a higher education environment.

Conditions of Employment

Facilities Management employees are considered essential personnel and subject to working during university closings.

This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary commensurate with education and experience

Posting Detail Information

Job Requisition Number S03337

Job Open To General Public

Open Date 06/11/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Please attach resume.

Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

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Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.

To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or DBVI at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Recommendation/Reference Letter 1

• Recommendation/Reference Letter 2

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Yellow Layoff Form

• Blue Layoff Card

• AHP Letter