Evening Painter

Forney ISD; Forney (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Forney ISD is seeking a Maintenance Painter to service district facilities. You will prepare surfaces, mix and apply paints, and ensure finishes meet color and texture specs.

You will work across multiple campuses, maintain safety standards, and keep accurate records of materials and labor. The ideal candidate has a valid Texas driver’s license (CDL eligibility preferred) and at least two years of painting experience, with the ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work

Qualifications

• Valid Texas driver’s license and CDL eligibility required.
• Experience with paints, coatings, and surface preparation is preferred.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair of painted surfaces on district facilities.
• Prepare surfaces by sanding, scraping, and filling defects.
• Apply paint with brushes, rollers, or spray equipment to match specifications.
• Mix paints to achieve specified colors and textures.
• Erect ladders or scaffolding as needed; safeguard at all times.
• Deliver supplies between campuses and maintain delivery records.
• Document material usage and work orders; report repairs to supervisors.
• Inspect completed work for quality and safety compliance.

Skills

Paint application

Color matching

Equipment handling

Follow instructions

Independent work

Safety awareness

Education

Valid Texas driver’s license; CDL eligibility

Job description

Qualifications

Education / Certification

• Valid Texas driver’s license; eligible for Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in painting trade.
• Ability to properly apply paints.
• Knowledge of and ability to mix paint to match colors.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently.

Experience

• Two years experience in painting field.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and Repair.
• Smooth and prepare surfaces for painting, including sanding and removing old paint.
• Fill nail holes, cracks, and joints with putty, plaster, or other filler.
• Tape, float, and texture walls and ceilings.
• Select premixed paints or mix required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.
• Paint surfaces, using brushes, spray gun, or paint rollers, and apply paint with cloth, brush, sponge, or fingers to create special effects.
• Stain, seal, and varnish wood surfaces.
• Erect scaffolding or set up ladder to perform tasks above ground level.
• Pick up and deliver painting supplies to campuses; maintain delivery records.
• Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment by following established inspection procedures.
• Prepare all painted signs required by the district.
• Receive and complete work orders.
• Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Maintain inventory of tools and assist with inventory control of materials and equipment.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
• Safety Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Handle and dispose of paint, stain, varnish, and other chemicals according to established procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Environment / Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting and carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Work outside and inside; on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, ladders, and scaffolding; and around machinery with moving parts.
• Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, excessive noises, fumes, and toxic chemicals.
• Frequent district-wide travel. Irregular hours; hours vary based on schedules of locations where painting is performed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No supervisory responsibilities.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail] or 469-762-4100 with any questions.

Forney ISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, gender, disability, or age in its programs and activities.