Painter

the Agency; Chester; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility is looking for a skilled Painter to join their team at Chester Mental Health Center. The Painter will be responsible for performing journey-level painting, including the preparation and finishing of walls, furniture, and fixtures. Qualified candidates should have completed a painter apprenticeship and possess relevant experience. Benefits include a pension program, paid personal days, and a flexible work schedule. A valid driver's license and ability to meet physical demands are necessary.

Benefits

Pension Program

Competitive Group Insurance

Paid Personal Business Days

Paid Sick Days

Paid Vacation Days

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Parental Leave

Deferred Compensation Program

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized painter apprenticeship program and 2 years of full‑time journey‑level painter experience.
• Ability to work from heights, stand for long periods, and move heavy equipment up to 50 lb independently.
• Pass IDHS background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Perform journey‑level painting, redecorating, and refinishing of interior and exterior walls.
• Prepare surfaces for painting, including filling holes and patches.
• Set up ladders or scaffolding as needed for painting tasks.

Skills

Painting

Decorating

Refinishing

Material preparation

Education

High school or equivalent

Painter apprenticeship program

Job description

Position Overview

The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery is seeking a Painter for the Chester Mental Health Center located in Chester, Illinois. The Painter will receive day‑to‑day guidance from the Chief Stationery Engineer and perform journey‑level work in painting, redecorating, and refinishing of walls, interior and exterior woodwork, furniture, fixtures, metal surfaces, and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform journey‑level painting, redecorating, and refinishing of interior and exterior walls, woodwork, furniture, and fixtures.
• Prepare walls, metal surfaces, floors, ceilings, and equipment for painting, and fill holes in plaster or woodwork with patching plaster, putty, or other filler compounds.
• Set up ladders or scaffolding necessary for painting and repairing interior and exterior walls.
• Create shop work at facilities.
• Inspect work sites to determine the amount and type of materials needed for painting projects.
• Support additional duties within scope of responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Complete high school or equivalent (4 years).
• Successful completion of a recognized painter apprenticeship program and 2 years of full‑time journey‑level painter experience, or 6 years of full‑time journey‑level painter experience.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work overhead, on knees, and on lifts/overhead platforms.
• Ability to work from heights, stand for long periods, and move heavy equipment up to 50 lb independently, or up to 75–100 lb with assistance.
• Ability to use office equipment including personal computers.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Pass IDHS background check and drug screen.
• All listed conditions are related to job duties.

Benefits

• Pension Program
• Competitive Group Insurance (Health, Life, Dental, Vision)
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (carry‑over)
• 10–25 Days Paid Vacation annually (10 days year one)
• Personal Sick & Vacation rates modified for 12‑hour & part‑time schedules
• 13 Paid Holidays annually (14 on even years)
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available)
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program (supplemental retirement plan)
• Optional Pre‑Tax Programs (MCAP, DCAP)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• GI Bill Training / Apprenticeship benefits for qualifying veterans
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

Location & Working Hours

1315 Lehmen Dr, Chester, Illinois 62233‑2542
Work Hours: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, Monday‑Friday (30‑minute paid lunch)