Painter (Maintenance Mechanic 2)Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 5 PM | ON-SITENOTE:The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time after the required posting period, and during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) provides centralized business services to state government agencies; to other public entities such as cities, counties and tribes; and to Washington residents. DES’ mission is to strengthen the business of government for a sustainable and just future. Learn more about DES. The Buildings & Grounds Division (B&G) is responsible for the Capitol Campus and Department of Enterprise Services (DES) managed building operations, stewardship, and historic preservation. B&G provides service to over 42 agencies, maintains, operates and preserves the 486-acre state Capitol Campus in Olympia, including more than 28 buildings, 18 public monuments, over 6,000 parking stalls, four state parks and a 260-acre lake. B&G executes these responsibilities through the following service programs: Facilities Operations, Grounds Operations, Leadership and Admin, Maintenance & Repairs, Support Services (Custodial). About the Opportunity: As a skilled trades professional, you will perform high-quality painting, facility maintenance, and construction remodeling within DES-owned facilities across Thurston County. This role is highly collaborative; you will work alongside carpentry, HVAC, electrical, and grounds teams to execute complex repair projects and facility improvements. Beyond hands-on technical work, you will be responsible for developing accurate project estimates and managing essential administrative functions to ensure projects are completed efficiently and to standard. Duties Some of What You’ll Enjoy Doing Includes:Prepare and clean surfaces using various manual and power tools, including sanders, scrapers, and power washers, to ensure a professional finish. Mix and match custom paint colors using tinting machines and apply undercoats and finish coats to buildings, furnishings, and equipment. Perform minor structural repairs on plaster, sheetrock, metal, wood, and masonry surfaces using appropriate fillers and sealants prior to painting. Execute precision pavement markings, including striping parking lots, crosswalks, ADA markings, and traffic control symbols. Maintain specialized equipment by cleaning and servicing brushes, containers, spray guns, and other application tools to ensure operational readiness. Execute diverse facility repairs and construction tasks, including professional drywall installation and finishing, as well as structural repairs to floors, walls, and doors. Provide multi-trade technical support by maintaining plumbing and HVAC systems and assisting with the installation of electrical conduit, wiring, and components. Develop comprehensive cost estimates for labor and materials required for building maintenance, alterations, and remodeling projects. Manage administrative requirements, including accurate timekeeping, contributing to shop reports, and participating in agency and divisional meetings. Other duties as needed. Qualifications Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED. Valid driver's license. Ability to lift or move fifty (50) pounds. Ability to use standard hand and power tools required to accomplish tasks. In addition to the above, a candidate must possess one (1) of the following experience options to qualify for the role: OPTION 1 Four (4) years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction or repair work. OPTION 2 Full journey-level status in a Painters' Union. OPTION 3 Journey-level standing as a painter as attested by the completion of a recognized apprenticeship. Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Competencies. Incumbents to this position must possess and demonstrate the following competencies:Able to learn and understand the language and concepts of our DES DEI culture and commit to being a part of creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, respectful, and inclusive workplace. Demonstrate a commitment to growth, learning and self-awareness when provided training and opportunities to participate in improving our work environment. Participate and behave in a manner that creates trust and builds working relationships, promoting teamwork and collaboration in the work environment. Demonstrate the understanding that all people are valued; contribute to an equitable, inclusive, and respectful environment when working with members of the group, team, organization, or community. Commit to being an active participant in continually evaluating and improving strategies that promote equity and inclusion in our organization. Preferred Qualifications:Ability to perform skilled paint and carpentry work. Knowledge of standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in carpentry and painting. Knowledge current national and local building codes and standards. Ability to work from blueprints, plans, and sketches; and estimate labor and materials required to accomplish the work. Use of hand and power tools required to accomplish building and grounds maintenance, repairing, and construction work. Ability to perform trades related mathematical calculations.