FOREMAN OF PAINTERS

City of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Chicago is seeking a Foreman of Painters to lead and supervise skilled painters responsible for the preparation and painting of municipal properties. This role requires a thorough understanding of painting techniques, the ability to manage multiple projects, and compliance with safety standards. Candidates should possess a valid journeyman status and prior supervisory experience, ensuring high-quality workmanship in all assignments.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a U.S. Department of Labor registered painting apprenticeship training program.
• Two years of progressively responsible journey level painting experience desired.
• Some positions may require valid State of Illinois driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Supervises journey level painters in preparation and painting of municipal facilities.
• Prepares cost estimates for labor and materials needed.
• Inspects completed jobs for compliance with specifications.

Skills

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Management

Troubleshooting

Education

Journeyman status in painting

Tools

Standard tools of the painting trade

Ladders and scaffolding

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(Additional Vacancies Possible Pending Budget Approval)

$59.68/hour

This position is open to the public and to all current city employees covered under the terms of the City’s collective bargaining agreement with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades-Painters District Council #14 (Bargaining Unit 39). Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid. Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.

• Check the box on your profile titled “Currently employed by the City of Chicago”
• Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled ‘payee/employee number’)
• Select your correct bargaining unit
  
  

BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

FOREMAN OF PAINTERS

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION

Bureau Of Facilities

Number of Positions: 1

(Additional Vacancies Possible Pending Budget Approval)

Starting Annual Salary: $59.68/hour

This position is open to the public and to all current city employees covered under the terms of the City’s collective bargaining agreement with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades-Painters District Council #14 (Bargaining Unit 39). Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid. Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.

BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en AND

• Check the box on your profile titled “Currently employed by the City of Chicago”
• Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled ‘payee/employee number’)
• Select your correct bargaining unit
  
  

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION



Applications for this position will be accepted from 6/16/25 until 11:59pm CDT on 6/30/25

The City of Chicago is seeking a Foreman of Painters to supervise journey level painters engaged in the preparation and painting of interior and exterior walls, structures and surfaces of municipal facilities.

Essential Duties

• Studies blueprints, specifications and work orders and inspects work sites to assess preparation and application work required
• Determines equipment and materials needed including the appropriate paint or finishes required for the surface to be covered, and plan work processes
• Prepares cost estimates of labor, materials, equipment and manpower needed to complete paint and finishing jobs
• Plans, assigns and schedules painting jobs based on established priorities and the availability of resources
• Orders materials, equipment and supplies and coordinates their delivery to work sites
• Supervises work in progress to ensure efficiency, timeliness and adherence to safety procedures
• Inspects completed jobs for compliance with specifications and established quality standards
• Troubleshoots and assists in performing complex painting and finishing jobs
• Trains staff in work and safety procedures and evaluates their performance
• Works with other trades at job sites to ensure efficiency of operations
• Approves employee time records
• Maintains work records and prepares project status reports
• Tests new painting equipment and supplies and makes recommendations for possible acquisition
  
  

Additional Duties May Be Required For This Position.

Location: 11601 West Touhy Ave, Building 891, Chicago, IL

Days: Sunday-Friday

Hours: 11:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

• Successful completion of a U.S. Department of Labor registered painting apprenticeship training program and journeyman status supplemented by two years of progressively responsible journey level painting experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Some positions may require a valid State of Illinois driver’s license
• Some positions may require the permanent use of an automobile that is properly insured, including a clause specifically insuring the City of Chicago from accident liability
• Some positions may require an OSHA 10 Card
• Some positions may require an EPA Lead Abatement Certification
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions
• Exposure to loud noise, fumes or dust
• Exposure to hazardous conditions (e.g., construction sites)
• May perform in cramped or confined locations
• Work performed above or below ground level
• Work performed using scaffolds and ladders
  
  

EQUIPMENT

• Standard office equipment (e.g., telephone, printer, photocopier, fax machines, calculator)
• Computers and peripheral equipment (e.g., personal computer, computer terminals, hand-held computer)
• Standard tools and equipment of the painting trade (e.g., painters grip, taping knives, brushes, rollers, roller handles, extension poles)
• Ladders and scaffolding
• Standard power and hand tools and equipment of the painting trade (e.g., pressure washer, spray pump, air compressor, gravity-fed sprayer, boom, scissor lift)
• Personal protective equipment (e.g., hard hat, shoes, glasses, gloves)
• Safety devices or equipment (e.g., cones, barricades, rigging, scaffolding, ropes)
• Measuring tools (e.g., tape measure, ruler, calipers, measuring wheel)
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Substantial lifting (up to 50 pounds) is required
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with one’s body, arms, and/or legs
• Ability to climb staircases, ladders, and/or step stools
• Ability to work above ground on staging equipment for extended periods of time
• Ability to access difficult to enter spaces (e.g., basements, cramped quarters)
• Ability to operate applicable hand tools, power tools, and equipment
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Other Work Requirements

Knowledge

Moderate Knowledge Of

• Tools, materials, processes and techniques of painting trade
• Drywall and plaster, patch and repair work to plug holes
• Applicable hand and power tools
• Safety procedures for using painting and finishing tools and equipment
• Proper disposal methods for paints, chemicals and cleaning supplies
• Methods for rigging scaffolding
• Applicable safety and code standards specific to the painting trade, including OSHA standards
• Supervisory principles, methods, practices, and procedures
  
  

Knowledge of applicable City and department, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations

Skills

• ACTIVE LEARNING – Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
• ACTIVE LISTENING – Give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, ask questions as appropriate, and not interrupt at inappropriate times
• CRITICAL THINKING – Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• MONITORING – Monitor and assess performance of oneself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
• MANAGEMENT OF MATERIAL RESOURCES – Obtain and see to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work
• INSTRUCTING – Teach others how to do something
• EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE - Perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed
• EQUIPMENT SELECTION – Determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
• TROUBLESHOOTING – Determine causes of operating errors and decide what to do about it
  
  

Other skills as required for successful performance in the Painter class

Abilities

• COMPREHEND ORAL INFORMATION – Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
• SPEAK – Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand
• COMPREHEND WRITTEN INFORMATION – Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
• WRITE – Communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand
• RECOGNIZE PROBLEMS – Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong
• REASON TO SOLVE PROBLEMS – Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense Other abilities as required for successful performance in the Painter class Other Work Requirements
• PERSISTENCE – Persist in the face of obstacles on the job
• INITIATIVE – Demonstrate willingness to take on job challenges
• STAMINA – Demonstrate energy and stamina to accomplish work tasks
• LEADERSHIP – Demonstrate willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction
• DEPENDABILITY – Demonstrate reliability, responsibility, and dependability and fulfill obligations
• ATTENTION TO DETAIL – Pay careful attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks
• ANALYTICAL THINKING – Analyze information and use logic to address work or job issues and problems
  
  

Other characteristics as required for successful performance in the Painter class

Selection Requirements

This position requires applicants to successfully pass a written test / skills assessment and complete an interview. Test results will be sent out by the Department of Human Resources after test results have been analyzed and compiled. The interviewed candidate(s) receiving a passing score on the test and possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.

For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html

For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf

APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. To learn more about our hiring practices click here.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor

Job Posting

Jun 16, 2025, 12:00:00 AM

BU

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  Mid-Senior level

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