Facilities Technician II (In-House Painter) - OFMD

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The Operations & Facilities Management Department (OFMD) at WashU Medicine provides essential services that sustain the medical campus’ mission of excellence in patient care, research, and education. Guided by our PRIDE+ Core Values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, Excellence, and Mutual Support, we foster a culture of accountability, service, and collaboration across the medical campus.

OFMD manages the maintenance and operation of more than 65 buildings, encompassing over 14.8 million gross square feet, including the 11-story, 609,000-square-foot Neuroscience Research Building (NRB), home to one of the world’s largest concentrations of neuroscientists. Our team delivers operational and administrative support, strategic planning, and project management to ensure efficient, safe, and innovative facility operations.

As WashU Medicine continues to expand its clinical, research, and teaching footprint across and beyond campus, OFMD remains a trusted partner, driving excellence through seamless facility management and unwavering support of the university’s mission. For additional information, view a quick message from some of our employees: https://facilities.med.wustl.edu/Careers.

The In-House Painter is responsible for performing a wide range of painting and finishing tasks to maintain and enhance the appearance and durability of university facilities. This includes applying various coatings such as latex, oil-based primers, epoxy, stains, and varnishes using brush, roller, and spray techniques, as well as stenciling and window film applications. The role involves repairing drywall, plaster, and floor surfaces, ensuring high-quality finishes that meet established standards.

Job Description

• Applies latex, water-based pre-catalyzed, and oil-based primer paints; 2-part epoxy; oil-based stain, and quick-dry varnish.

• Painting Skills: Safely uses ladders, scaffolding, and proper lifting techniques; brushes, rollers, spray applications, stenciling, and window film. Occasional touch-up of office furniture. Staining and finishing to match the existing wall color.

• Repairs: Damage to drywall, plaster, and ceilings; caulking; painted and epoxied floor surfaces; ensuring wall finishes are completed to an acceptable standard.

• Works with University Faculty and Staff to provide recommendations on paints, finishes, and colors based on customer needs.

• Provides accurate estimates based on labor and materials.

• Responds to off-hour/weekend/holiday emergency pages/phone call-ins for assigned areas.

• Communicates project timeline to customers, ensuring minimal work interruptions to daily operations.

• Utilizes work order software, email, and other Office programs to manage workload and communicate with customers.

• Follows through on completed work to verify that proper facility conditions are restored, customer needs have been met, and task or job status is documented daily.

• Keeps Facilities Engineering Supervisors informed about facility conditions, issues, and needs.

• Maintains effective communication with other Facility Maintenance Technicians and Maintenance Support Staff.

• Documentation: Completion of work orders; identification of time and material spent on the project; provision of time and material cost estimate for projects.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

• Stockroom or warehouse

• High noise environment

• Dust, dirt, grease, or other disagreeable elements

• Patient care setting

• Requires extensive safety training

• Exposure to moving machinery

• Exposure to chemicals

• Requires protective devices

• Exposure to animals

• Alternative work schedule as a regular part of the job (on-call, shifts, evenings, weekends)

Physical Effort

• Typically bending, crouching, and stooping

• Typically standing or walking

• Frequent lifting (25 lbs. or more)

• Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement

• Occasional lifting (< 25lbs.)

• Occasional lifting (25 - 50 lbs.)

Equipment

• Office equipment

• Simple hand tools

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

General Maintenance Or Skilled Trade Function (2 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years of professional painting experience, preferably in a medical, research, or higher education setting.
• Proficient with taping compounds and level 3 finish work.
• Scissor or Aerial lift card.
• Technical painting and preparation skills.
• Critical safety and compliance knowledge.
• Operational and logistical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Vocational Diploma - specific trade or career

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Communication, Customer Service, Lifting Equipment, Mechanical Apptitude, Organizational Commitment, Paint Finishing, Paint Prep, Professional Integrity, ServiceNow Platform, Strive for Excellence, Taping, Teamwork, Workday Software

Grade

G08-H

Salary Range

$21.17 - $32.85 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.