Painter

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Posting Number:

TMP00114PO26

Job Code Title:

Painter

Advertised Title:

Painter

Campus:

Columbia

College/Division:

Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support

Department:

SAAS Custodial, Move Crew and Facilities Administration

Salary:

$19.84/per hour

Location of Vacancy:

Columbia, SC

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

Hours per Week:

40

Work Schedule:

• Standard working schedule: 8:00am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday

• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Job Search Category:

Trades/Maintenance

About University of South Carolina:

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary:

Painter

• Do you enjoy not sitting behind a desk?
• Do you enjoy helping USC Students?
• Do you enjoy troubleshooting challenges by finding solutions, especially unique challenges?

This is the job for you.

Will assist supervisor with selection, preparation and application of paint and other decorative finishes to various types of surfaces in the residence halls, including plaster, wood, sheet rock metal, etc. Under general and direct supervision, will perform these activities in conformance with Federal, state, city and county codes and standards and within any current and future guidelines developed and to be developed by USC and the Department of Housing. Performs necessary surface preparation to surfaces such as stripping, sanding, and reparing as necessary prior to application of paint and decorative finishes. This position has been designated as essential personnel during inclement/ hazardous weather and other emergencies.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Apply decorative coating to multiple surfaces following procedures
2. Follow work management procedures
3. Prepares and applies patching, plaster, caulking and other compounds as needed
This position is designated as essential personnel during inclement/hazardous weather and other emergencies.

Potential for Full Time Employee (FTE) position based on job performance.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Number of Vacancies:

multiple

Desired Start Date:

02/01/2026

Proposed End Date:

12/18/2026

Job Open Date:

01/09/2026

Job Close Date:

06/30/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Please include all relevant experience, to include any jobs with USC on the application.

This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Quicklink for Posting:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/201170

EEO Statement:

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL:

No

Hazardous weather category:

Essential