Lead Painter

Location: Riverside
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Position Information Reporting to the Skilled Crafts Trades Supervisor in Facilities Services Maintenance department, the Lead Painter performs journey-level work related to preparing and painting walls, ceilings, floors, woodwork, stucco, and masonry for interior and exterior campus facilities. Oversees critical day-to-day operations in supervisor's absence; acts as subject matter expert and provides leadership to team members. The Lead Painter will install, finish and patch/repair drywall and stucco walls. Applies paints, stains, and other topcoats and finishes with rollers, brushers and sprayers. Performs lead abatement on interior and exterior surfaces, metals, and woodwork. Responsible for following all safety procedures while performing tasks related to the painting trade; such as but not limited to preparation of areas prior to painting, mixing paints and applying paints to all types of surfaces. Maintains clear and accurate documentation of all operating data, inspections, testing and maintenance (corrective and/or preventative) performed . Updates equipment documentation, specifications and drawings, as needed. Reviews and updates all shop logs, both paper and electronic according to updates and changes. Leads and responds to emergency situations to mitigate and/or resolve immediate paint concerns or safety issues. Reviews and creates blueprints/drawings, and specifications for new construction and retrofit/renovation projects according to building code requirements. Responds to emergency situations during or after hours for the purposes of resolving immediate safety concerns. Performs all job duties in adherence with University and departmental safety guidelines. Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students. The full salary range for the Lead Painter is $41.67 - $46.92 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. Education Education Requirements High School Diploma (Preferred) License Requirements Valid Drivers License (Required) Certification Requirements Lead abatement certification/license (Preferred) Certification of training in fork lifts, lifts and/or boom truck operations. (Preferred) Experience Requirements Minimum Requirement 7 years of journey-level experience in the painting skilled trade related to maintenance repair and construction and/or completion of a certified apprenticeship program; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. (Required) 1 year of experience leading, guiding, and/or supervising a team. (Required) Minimum Requirements Skill in operating shop equipment and tools common to the skilled trade. Skilled use of power and hand tools related to maintenance/ painting including but not limited to rollers, brushes, airless and conventional sprayers, hammers, screwdrivers, sanders, scrapers, grinders, wall texturing machines, pressure washers, etc. Ability to work in confined and dusty spaces and wear respirator or other required safety gear. Ability to work outdoors in extreme and inclement weather conditions ranging from high heat with humidity, to freezing, rainy, and windy conditions. Ability to work around and be exposed to unpleasant sights and smells, dangerous and/or hazardous substances. Ability to drive a van or pick-up truck and ability to safely work around moving vehicles, machinery, and equipment. Ability to follow safety precautions and utilize appropriate safety devices, equipment and gear to safely perform duties with exposure to environmental requirements. Knowledge and experience of the proper and safe usage for paints, solvents, chemicals common to the painting skilled trade. Knowledge and experience with colorants, paints, primers, solvents, patching compounds, sealers, lacquers, enamels, epoxies, and thinners. Knowledge and experience in safe and proper procedures with removal/abatement of lead based paint. Ability to effectively communicate and understand safety regulations and hazards. Knowledge in safe and proper procedures when hazardous materials are suspected. Ability to estimate time, methods and materials needed from construction documents. Ability to read and understanding documents such as complex technical procedures, work instructions, blue prints, plans, manuals, specifications, and diagrams. Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations. Ability to record information accurately as is necessary to perform the job responsibilities. Ability to communicate and work effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public, and provide exceptional customer service. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to work from ladders, scaffolds, man-lifts, and boom trucks, or stages at varying heights of up to 25 feet above grade. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds; ability to perform repetitive lifting, stooping, climbing, pushing, pulling, and reaching. Ability to lift, load, carry, move, and manipulate various building materials; ability to work in areas where noise levels may exceed 90 dB. Ability to withstand frequent exposure to extreme temperature conditions up to 125 degrees F(boiler rooms, steam pits, outdoor weather, etc.). Ability to follow safe precaution and utilize appropriate safety devices, equipment and gear to safely perform physical requirements and duties. Willingness and ability to work weekends and holidays. Ability to work occasional scheduled and unscheduled overtime, emergency call-back, and a flexible schedule as needed. Preferred Qualifications Basic knowledge and technical skills with computer programs and applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Design Cad 2, etc.). Knowledge of UC/UCR policies and systems. Ability to work with a diverse student, staff, faculty and visitor population and ability to choose the proper materials or equipment to accomplish the work in the most expeditious and safe manner while providing exemplary customer service. Additional Information In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel. UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud. UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings. UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020 UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color. Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019 Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor. For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

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