At Marymount University, we believe meaningful work happens when talented people come together with shared purpose. We serve not only our students—but one another—creating a culture where teamwork, adaptability, and resilience are part of everyday practice,
Located in Arlington, Virginia, just minutes from Washington, D.C., Marymount offers a dynamic and forward-looking environment where innovation is encouraged and flexibility is valued. We understand that higher education is evolving, and we embrace change with creativity, responsiveness, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
Our faculty and staff thrive in a community that prioritizes communication, cross-functional collaboration, and service-driven leadership. Whether working directly with students or supporting them behind the scenes, every role contributes to a shared mission: helping students grow, succeed, and lead with purpose and confidence.
Position Title: Painter
Department: Physical Plant and Facilities
Division: Finance and Operations
Reports to (Title): Director of Facilities
# Direct Reports: 0
Parameters: ☒ FT ☐ PT ; # months if not 12
Schedule/Hours (Hourly positions):
Primary Location: ☒ MC ☐ Ballston ☐ Both
Flex Work (Hybrid) Eligible: ☐ Yes ☒ No
Remote Eligible (100% off campus): ☐ Yes ☒ No
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Director and Assistant Director of Facilities, the Painter/Factotum provides support to properties owned and managed by Marymount University. This role will perform journey level drywall installations, patching, painting, and finishing of walls, trim, and doors. This position will also support a variety of carpentry projects including but not limited to the swinging of doors, installation of ceiling tiles and ceiling grid, moldings, bath and kitchen tiles, etc.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Perform interior and exterior painting, patching and refinishing work, including walls, doors, ceilings, and furniture. Using personal as well as University provided tools and equipment.
Repair and installation of doors, trims, and moldings for carpentry projects.
Repair and installation of bath and kitchen tiles and fixtures
Read specific projects and work instruction; mix paint and related materials, ensure that all work-related chemicals are handled in a safe manner separate from pedestrians.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS: Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner, and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Employees must understand the mission and demonstrate the core values of the University. Additionally, demonstrate the ability to work with diverse personalities and a service-orientated demeanor with students, staff, faculty, and the public. Employees are expected to follow and abide by all University rules, regulations, and guidelines.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Technical knowledge & skills
Painting expertise: Proficient in standard trade methods, surface preparation, patching, and mixing paints and finishes to match color and viscosity.
Carpentry: Knowledge basic remolding, Measuring, cutting, joining, shaping, and fastening materials. Using hand tools (chisels, squares, levels, planes) and power tools (circular saws, nail guns, sanders).
Equipment & Tools: Understanding specialized tools and hand tools for finishing and refinishing such as (chisels, squares, levels, planes) and power tools (circular saws, nail guns, sanders).
Project estimating: Ability to estimate time, material, and cost for assigned projects
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