Senior Commercial Painter, Journeyman

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Texas, Dallas
5323 Harry Hines Boulevard (Show on map)
Apr 15, 2025
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! JOB SUMMARY UT Southwestern is seeking an experienced Senior Painter, with journeyman-level skills as a commercial painter within a hospital or commercial institution work environment; five (5) years of solid work experience minimum; effective communication, customer service, and detail-oriented skills. This position works under direct supervision to perform skilled work in painting. Work Location: Zale Lipshy Facility; assist other UTSW locations as needed. Shift Requirement: 7:30am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience Required Education High School Diploma , vocational school or equivalent Experience 5 years skilled or journeyman level experience as painter in a commercial, institution or healthcare setting. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Applies paints, varnishes, shellacs, enamels, or other finishes. As needed, acts as a Lead on assigned jobs. Assists in determining and maintains time and material records for each job. Cleans and cares for brushes, rollers, and spray guns. Coordinates the workflow of other painters. Determines and selects the types of tools and materials to be used in various assignments. Erects scaffolding when necessary, and spreads cloths over floor and furniture to protect from splattered paint. Fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with putt, plaster, or other filler. Keeps track of paper work, time sheets, safety, meetings, and work orders. Matches color of paints and stains for jobs. May install and repair vinyl cove base. May repair vinyl, ceramic, and carpet tiles. Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned. Paints and performs sheetrock repairs, VCT, and carpet repairs. Performs duties of supervisor in their absence. Prepares surfaces for paint, using sandpaper, steel wool, wire brushes, or paint remover. Removes splattered paint upon completion of job. Selects premixed paint or matches paint to specified colors. Works with departments from the initiation and finalization of a job(s). PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS Working Conditions Hazards Indoors Outdoors Warehouse Setting ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Job Duties Determines and selects the types of tools and materials to be used in various assignments. Works with departments from the initiation and finalization of a job(s). Matches color of paints and stains for jobs. Keeps track of paper work, time sheets, safety, meetings, and work orders. Paints and performs sheetrock repairs, VCT, and carpet repairs. Performs duties of supervisor in their absence. As needed, acts as a Lead on assigned jobs. Prepares surfaces for paint, using sandpaper, steel wool, wire brushes, or paint remover. Fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with putt, plaster, or other filler. Selects premixed paint or matches paint to specified colors. Applies paints, varnishes, shellacs, enamels, or other finishes. Erects scaffolding when necessary, and spreads cloths over floor and furniture to protect from splattered paint. Removes splattered paint upon completion of job. Coordinates the workflow of other painters. Cleans and cares for brushes, rollers, and spray guns. Assists in determining and maintains time and material records for each job. May repair vinyl, ceramic, and carpet tiles. May install and repair vinyl cove base. Performs other duties as assigned. PACT STATEMENT The following is the acronym, "PACT", and is fundamental to all non-clinical positions at UT Southwestern Medical Center: P-Problem Solving: Employees take ownership in solving problems effectively, efficiently, and to the satisfaction of customers, or managers. They show initiative in addressing areas of concern before they become problems. A-Ability, Attitude and Accountability: Employees exhibit ability to perform their job and conduct themselves in a professional and positive manner reflecting a professional environment readily assuming obligations in a dependable and reliable manner. C-Communication, Contribution, and Collaboration: Who are our Customers? Anyone who requests our help, needs our work product, or receives our services. Employees focus on customer service with creative solutions while improving the customer experience through clear, courteous, and timely delivery and communication. Sharing ideas with others helps expand our contribution to department goals. T-Teamwork: Employees work to contribute to the department's success by supporting co-workers, promoting excellence in work product and customer service, and in maintaining a satisfying, caring environment for each other. Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position. EEO Statement UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. Benefits UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!