Career Opportunities

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Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Painter performs journey-level painting, finishing, and maintenance across interior and exterior spaces, including surface preparation, coatings, flooring, and repairs. The incumbent supports preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and collaboration with trades while contributing to operational efficiency and project completion.

• Prepares surfaces for painting and finishing; applies undercoats and finish coats by brush, roller, or by spray machine; scrapes, sands, and fills surfaces in preparation for painting and finishing.
• Performs graffiti removal, sand blasting, or water pressure cleaning.
• Erects scaffolding and or hangs rigging from staging for painting projects.
• Installs and repairs all types of floors, including laminate, carpet, carpet tile, vinyl/linoleum tile, and cove base.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment, maintains records, and retrieves data related to work performed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Any combination of progressively responsible training and experience that demonstrates achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to those acquired through completion of a standard painter’s apprenticeship program.
• LICENSE: CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS A VALID CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of surface preparation, coating applications, and finishing techniques across a variety of interior and exterior materials. Familiarity with paints, finishes, flooring systems, and proper material selection, storage, and application methods.
• Proven ability to perform journey-level painting, flooring installation, and surface repair using tools and equipment such as brushes, rollers, spray machines, scaffolding, and pressure-cleaning systems. Capable of executing detailed work, including striping, labeling, and specialty finishes.
• Ability to follow established safety procedures, interpret specifications, and ensure work meets building codes and regulatory standards. Skilled in estimating materials and time, inspecting completed work, and adapting to varied project requirements while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.
• Ability to assess maintenance needs, prioritize tasks, and respond effectively to urgent repair situations while maintaining safety conditions. Demonstrates sound judgment in evaluating work requirements, interpreting technical information, and supporting timely, cost-effective project execution.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• Classification: 6526 / Painter/ 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE is $ 5355 – $ 6400 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $ 5355 - $ 7801 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM; Monday through Friday. May include evenings and weekends.  
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. 
• The individual hired for this role will physically work on-campus in Northridge. This is not a telecommute position. 

General Information

• Applications received through May 6, 2026 will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Please note: California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is outlined in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Talent Acquisition at 818-677-2101.

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