Facilities Painter

Job Title

Operations and Maintenance

About Seattle University

Seattle University will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. We embrace an intersectional framework for defining diversity in its broadest sense, including differences in gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, generational history, culture, socioeconomic class, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, political perspectives, geographic origin and physical ability. Seattle University strives to be a welcome, open and safe campus climate for all who learn, live and work at Seattle University.

Core Competencies

Effective Team Collaboration: Works harmoniously with others towards a common goal, leveraging individual strengths to achieve shared objectives.

Emotionally Intelligent Communication: Engages in a skillful exchange of information, thoughts, and feelings, verbally and non-verbally.

Ethics and Integrity: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to honesty, professionalism, and alignment with our Jesuit mission in all actions and decisions.

Flexibility and Innovation: Embraces change, approaching problems with curiosity adaptability, and is committed to making a positive impact.

Mindful Inclusion: Fosters mindful inclusion by consciously creating a workplace that celebrates differences, embraces cultural humility, and empowers uniqueness.

Outcomes-Driven Orientation: Sets clear objectives, pursues excellence, and delivers measurable outcomes while upholding Jesuit Catholic values.

Position Description

Operations and Maintenance (90%)

• Perform all phases of interior and exterior maintenance painting.
• Clean and prepare all surfaces before painting and perform any needed surface repairs. Preparations may include washing, sanding, pressure washing, masking, spackling, caulking, drywall taping, and other processes as needed.
• Apply appropriate primers, paints, sealers, stains, and other finishes as needed. Use brush, roll, and spray application methods as needed.
• Rig and operate scaffolds, lifts, and stages for work at heights up to 150 feet.
• Provide direction and training to temporary workers.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.
• Plan and organize assigned work to fulfill task standards, meet schedule requirements, and maintain workload balance.
• Work autonomously or as part of a team, depending on the project or problem being addressed.
• Properly and safely use appropriate tools used in performing required tasks. Account for and maintain university-owned tools and equipment; repair and maintain tools as needed. Maintain a safe and clean shop space.
• Follow and promote established safety rules and regulations; attend safety trainings as required.
• Work in a safe, clean and respectful manner while performing work on campus. Work in occupied spaces with minimal disruption of campus activities.

Scheduling (3%)

• Schedule work taking into account customer requests, space available and potential disruption to adjacent academic, work and living areas.

Communication and Customer service (4%)

• Communicate with requester regarding assessment, planning, scheduling, and progress of work.
• Provide timely and ongoing notification to all parties affected by work.
• Coordinate with Facilities managers on project request recommendations, estimates, and work management reports as required.

Administrative (3%)

• Open, update, track and complete all work orders assigned. Complete all paperwork and tracking required for personal time sheets in a timely manner. Attend departmental meetings as required.

Marginal Functions

• Supervise student workers

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma and four years experience as a painter or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Application Instructions

Please attach a cover letter with your resume when applying. Job postings are open until filled, unless otherwise specified.

Compensation at a Glance

$32.64 per hour - $37.64 per hour

Benefits at a Glance

Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave. For more information explore the Benefits website at:

Positions designated as hybrid eligible may offer the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule after successful completion of an introductory period of 3–6 months. In these cases, the role typically begins fully on campus to support onboarding and training, with the potential to transition to a hybrid arrangement thereafter.

Positions designated as on-site are not eligible for hybrid work and are expected to remain fully on campus.

All flexible work arrangements are subject to periodic review and may be modified or discontinued at any time at the university's discretion.