Maintenance Specialist - Painter

DEFINITION:

Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent performs highly skilled work painting both interior and exterior surfaces, sheetrock installation, repair, taping and texturing, plaster and stucco repair, marking and painting parking lots and roadway signage, surface preparation and refinishing for paint or stain; values and promotes the mission and vision of the college.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:

Under general supervision, a major portion of time is spent in performing skilled journeyman level preparation, repair, painting, and staining work. Incumbent also regularly carries out a wide range of general maintenance outside the painting trade. As assigned, position is expected to perform tasks in other maintenance trades at a skilled, semi-skilled or unskilled level as a helper or independently.

1. Uses a large variety of paint application products such as brushes, roller's, spray equipment and/or other painting equipment in applying stain or a large variety of paint or paint related products. Applies stain/paint related products to various surfaces such as but not limited to wood, metal, glass, plaster, stucco, wall board, brick and cement.
2. Scrapes, grinds, sands, fills or in other manner prepares surfaces for painting or repainting.
3. Repairs and applies under and finish coats to plaster and stucco walls and other surfaces.
4. Repairs and refinishes furniture and other district equipment and furnishings.
5. Drywall repair, installation, taping and matching wall texture.
6. Erects, rigs or moves scaffolding and platforms to perform work safely.
7. Maintains and cares for painter's tools and other department equipment and tools used in the performance of assignments.
8. Paints, refinishes, and installs signs, door numbers, and name plates.
9. Paints all parking lot curb, bicycle, and walkway markings.
10. Hangs or strips wallpaper or vinyl.
11. Estimates amounts of materials and labor required for assigned jobs.
12. Maintains the district's painting log electronically and hard copy for easy reference.
13. Plans prioritizes and lays out assigned tasks.
14. Assists with district functions and moves which includes setting up and taking down of stages, chairs, and the moving or relocation of furniture as assigned.
15. Response to emergency repairs after work hours, as required.
16. Operates a computer to keep records, access work orders, district email and interact with suppliers or outside vendors.
17. Directs or oversees the work of other staff assisting with painters assignments.
18. Assists other maintenance personnel in various trades by performing skilled, semi-skilled or unskilled duties.
19. Identifies areas of possible asbestos and lead and follows procedures required to report, safely contain, and deal with these mediums.
20. Uses dustless and HEPA systems to avoid area contamination from dust and debris.
21. Reports safety, sanitary, and fire hazards when encountered.
22. Performs other related functions as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Standard practices, methods, materials and equipment used in painting and finishing work;
• Methods of preparing different surfaces for painting and repainting;
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures while performing painting duties;
• Proper procedures for installing and repairing plaster, sheetrock and stucco.

Demonstrated Ability to:

• Distinguish shades and hues of color;
• Use airless sprayer, brushes, rollers and other painting and surface preparation equipment;
• Erect and work from rigging and scaffolding;
• Plan and lay out work including estimating labor and material cost;
• Maintain assignment and/or inventory records;
• Use a pressure washer, cap sprayer and striper;
• Operate a man lift, scissor lift and forklift safely;
• Operate a maintenance truck;
• Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions;
• Work cooperatively with those contacted in the course of work.

Physical Demands:

• Strength: Medium work - Lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling 75 pounds maximum with frequent lifting, pushing and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to use tools associated with the painting trade.
• Must be able to setup and perform work on high ladders, man lifts, scissor lifts, and scaffolding use harnesses and other safety equipment as required.

Working Conditions:

• Duties are primarily performed in the Santa Maria or Lompoc campus and other off-campus centers as assigned.
• Duties are performed indoors and outdoors.
• Work requires standing, walking, climbing up and down ladders for prolonged periods.
• The incumbent may experience interruptions while performing normal duties during the regular workday.

Special Qualification:

Evidence of a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED and two years of journeyman level experience as a painter.

Other Licenses and Certificates Required:

• Possession of a California Class C driver's license and ability to qualify for district vehicle insurance coverage.
• Required to pass a physical to wear a respirator and maintain the ability to pass a fit test.
• Forklift operator certificate within one year.
• Man lift, scissor lift operator certificate within one year.
• 16 hour Asbestos training certificate within one year.
• Lead identification training within one year.

The desired start date is January 2026. This is a full-time, 37-hour, classified, 12-month position.

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following application materials by Sunday, November 30, 2025 by 11:59 PST:

• Cover letter;
• A current and complete resume/CV of education and professional experience.

Allan Hancock College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Allan Hancock College will not sponsor any visa applications.