Facilities Construction Specialist - Painter

City of Lauderhill; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lauderhill is seeking a skilled trades technician with a focus on painting and facility maintenance. You will perform carpentry, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing tasks to keep City buildings safe and functional.

The role requires a High School Diploma, 10 years painting experience, and a Florida CDL. You will interpret blueprints, manage work orders, and coordinate with contractors and City staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or valid equivalent.
• Ten years painting experience.
• Florida Class E Driver License.
• Must obtain State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver License within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Respond to work orders and project tasks; evaluate scope of work and complete assignments promptly.
• Use the City’s work order and asset management system to track tasks, materials, and progress.
• Perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and construction across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and facilities work.
• Conduct routine and preventive maintenance on building systems to ensure safety and compliance.
• Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, diagrams, and technical manuals; follow written or verbal instructions.
• Operate hand and power tools safely; estimate labor, materials, and equipment needed for tasks.

Skills

Painting

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Florida CDL Class B

Must obtain Florida CDL Class B within one year

Job description

Job Purpose

The purpose of this position is to perform skilled, semi‑skilled, and technical work in the construction, maintenance, repair, and renovation of City facilities and related infrastructure, under the general supervision of the Assistant Facilities Manager or designee. Work involves a variety of building‑trade functions, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and general construction, to ensure City buildings, systems, and equipment remain safe, functional, and in optimal operating condition.

Employees in this classification perform work independently or as part of a team, interpret technical drawings and work orders, troubleshoot facility issues, and complete assignments in accordance with applicable codes, safety standards, and City procedures. The position requires strong trade knowledge, versatility, and the ability to coordinate tasks with other departments and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Respond to assigned work orders, service requests, and project tasks; evaluate the scope of work and complete assignments in a timely and professional manner.
• Utilize the City’s computerized work order and asset management system to receive tasks, document progress, track materials, upload photos, and close out work orders upon completion.
• Perform skilled and semi‑skilled maintenance, repair, and construction work across multiple trades including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and facilities construction.
• Conduct routine and preventive maintenance on building systems, equipment, and structural components to ensure ongoing safety, functionality, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Troubleshoot building system issues; identify root causes; and perform corrective repairs or recommend appropriate solutions.
• Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, diagrams, technical manuals, sketches, specifications, and written or verbal instructions.
• Operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, testing devices, and construction equipment safely and in accordance with established procedures.
• Estimate labor, materials, supplies, and equipment needed to complete assigned tasks; report shortages or procurement needs to supervisors.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and time spent on each assignment.
• Ensure worksites are clean, safe, organized, and secure during and after maintenance or construction activities.
• Adhere to City safety protocols and industry best practices while performing tasks involving ladders, lifts, confined spaces, energized systems, and hazardous materials.
• Coordinate with supervisors, contractors, vendors, and other City departments to support facility projects, inspections, upgrades, and repairs.
• Provide customer service and communicate effectively with City staff, contractors, and members of the public regarding work status and facility needs.
• Assist in responding to facility‑related emergencies, after‑hours issues, or urgent repairs as needed.
• Maintain assigned vehicles, tools, and equipment in clean and safe working order.
• Participate in special projects, renovations, upgrades, and capital improvements as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Painter Responsibilities

• Prepare interior and exterior surfaces for painting, including sanding, patching, scraping, pressure washing, and priming.
• Perform skilled painting of buildings, offices, structures, equipment, and other City facilities using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
• Match, mix, and apply a variety of paints, coatings, varnishes, and sealants appropriate for surfaces and environmental conditions.
• Repair and prepare drywall, stucco, and other surfaces prior to paint application.
• Safely set up and work from ladders, scaffolding, lifts, and other elevated equipment.
• Maintain painting supplies, equipment, and records of color codes for City facilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or valid equivalent.
• Ten (10) years painting experience.
• Valid State of Florida Class E Driver License.
• Must obtain State of Florida Class B Commercial Driver License within one year of hire.

Special Requirement

Florida CDL Class B Driver’s License within one (1) year of hire.

Physical and Skill Requirements

• Ability to work eighty (80) hours per pay period and flexible to work throughout the workweek.
• Ability to drive and operate a personal or City vehicle intermittently throughout the day or week.
• Ability to exert extremely heavy physical effort, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects and materials in excess of 100 pounds.
• Motor coordination to operate office tools, equipment, and machinery and handle documentation.
• Data conception skills to compare and analyze functional characteristics of data and items.
• Sensory skills to perceive and differentiate audio, visual cues, textures, and depths.
• Communication skills to effectively interact with City employees, stakeholders, and the public both verbally and in writing.
• Intelligence to apply common sense and perform repetitive tasks.
• Form and spatial aptitude to inspect items for proper dimensions.
• Functional reasoning to interpret instructions and exercise independent judgment.
• Situational reasoning to exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in evaluating information.
• Color discrimination for differentiating colors or shades.
• Mathematical aptitude for basic calculations.
• Ability to operate in varied environmental conditions, including cold, heat, rain, sunlight, humidity, noise, and chemical exposure.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The City of Lauderhill, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Lauderhill will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Veteran's Preference

Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. The City encourages veterans to apply for the positions being filled.

Applicant Screening

Due to the volume of applications the City receives, every applicant meeting the minimum qualifications cannot be guaranteed an interview. Applicants are selected for an interview based on education and work experience most closely matching the requirements of the position and may undergo additional selection and screening processes which may include an evaluation of training and experience, and written, oral and performance‑based testing.