A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

To prepare and paint/stain interior and exterior surfaces of buildings, structures and fixtures.

Facilities & Operations is a positive organization dedicated to the principles of being respectful, collaborative, solutions-based and proactive.

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well and protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future.

• Repair surface before painting, filling holes and cracks with putty or patching plaster.
• Select, mix and blend paint to meet color, consistency, surface composition and durability criteria.
• Roll, brush and spray paint onto interior and exterior surfaces, including walls, trim, machinery, furniture, cabinets, smokestacks and structural steel.
• Finish new furniture or refinish old furniture, including desks, chairs, cabinets and their components, alternately spray applications of stain, varnish, lacquer or shellac with a sanding or buffing operation.
• Remove and hang wallpaper.
• Prepare surfaces for painting by washing, scraping, brushing, sanding and sealing.
• Cover & protect contents and adjacent spaces, through use of drop cloths, tarps, and plastic.
• Clean rollers, brushes and other equipment.
• Erect scaffolding and ladders.
• Lead and direct teams, inspecting and directing work.
• Prepare records and service reports documenting materials utilized, time expended, daily reports, and jobsite status.
• Order paint, stain materials, and supplies required for the completion of projects.

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• 5 years of commercial painting experience in the painting of interior and exterior surfaces of building and structures
• 5 years of professional commercial knowledge of the equipment, methods and materials used in brush, spray and roller painting
• 5 years of experience with staining and finishing of new wood surfaces and the refinishing of existing wood surfaces
• 5 years of professional customer service
• Ability to mix, match harmonize and contract colors; both paint and stain
• Ability to work from ladders and scaffolding
• Reasonable manual strength and dexterity
• Ability to tape and finish drywall installations, repairs/replacement
• Ability to maintain tools and equipment
• Knowledge of Google products, Smart Phone technology, tablet technology, computers, and construction management software.
• Ability to conduct online research
• Ability to read, write and interpret sketches, diagrams, and construction documents.
• Exceptional verbal communication skills
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to wear a respirator or fresh air hood
• Ability and willingness to work in animal and morgue areas. 

• 5 years of experience with installation of wall-covering such as vinyl, fabrics, etc.
• 5 years of commercial estimating experience; time and materials for painting projects
• Experience with special coatings such as Zolotone, Polymix, one part and two part epoxy
• Experience and certification in the operation of aerial lifts (scissor lift, JLG's etc.)
• 5 years of experience working in hospital and health care facilities
• 5 years of experience working in laboratory facilities
• Knowledge of interim life safety methods
• Exceptional communication skills
• Ability to use and maintain conventional, HVLP (High Volume Low Pressure) and air assisted spray equipment
• Willingness to work overtime if required
• Entrepreneurial mindset.
• Experience working with an automated work order system.

Hours are 7 AM to 3:15 PM, Monday-Friday

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

This position reports through the AEC-Construction department.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the U-M Skilled Trades Union, Inc., which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.