Painter
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Posting Details
Posting Number - TMP01336PO26
Job Code Title - Trades Specialist III
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.
Benefits for Temporary Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at
Position Description
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 - 07/16/2026
Proposed End Date - 12/18/2026
Job Open Date - 07/08/2026
Job Close Date - 10/31/2026
Open Until Filled - No
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.
Position Attributes
Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL - No
Hazardous weather category - Essential
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have at least a High School Diploma/or equivalent (GED)?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have a Valid Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents Optional Documents
- Resume
- List of References and Contact Information
Painter in columbia at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $47,060–$57,200
For context, most painters earn between $47,060–$57,200 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and onsite.