Hospital Painter: Create a Clean, Healing Space

Stamford Health; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost health insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Free on-site parking

Childcare partnership

Job summary

Stamford Health seeks a skilled hospital painter to maintain and improve the appearance, cleanliness, and safety of our facilities. You will prepare surfaces, apply coatings, and repair wall finishes while following safety and infection-control protocols.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of professional painting experience in healthcare or institutional settings and must be proficient in reading blueprints and job orders. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or trade schooling preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of professional painting experience, ideally in healthcare or institutional settings.
• Knowledge of painting techniques, surface prep, and finishing methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, patching, and priming walls, ceilings, doors, and other structures.
• Apply paints, stains, varnishes, and protective coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
• Repair drywall and plaster surfaces prior to painting.
• Match colors and finishes to hospital standards.
• Follow infection prevention and safety protocols in patient care areas.
• Move and cover furniture and equipment to protect hospital property.
• Maintain painting tools and supplies in good working order.
• Read work orders, blueprints, and maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate with maintenance staff and nursing departments to minimize disruption.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and hospital policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reading blueprints

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Stamford Health seeks a skilled hospital painter to maintain and improve the appearance, cleanliness, and safety of our facilities. You will prepare surfaces, apply coatings, and repair wall finishes while following safety and infection-control protocols.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of professional painting experience in healthcare or institutional settings and must be proficient in reading blueprints and job orders. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.