Journeyman Painter & Glazier- Maintenance

Young World Physical Education; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Journeyman Painter & Glazier in Kansas City, Kansas. The candidate will perform skilled painting activities to enhance the school’s educational environment. Minimum requirements include high school graduation and two years of experience in painting. Knowledge in safety precautions, and ability to read blueprints are essential. The role involves physical demands with potential exposure to heavy loads and requires a valid driver’s license. Full-time position with duties focusing on school facility maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school graduation and completion of a trade program, including mathematics.
• Minimum 2 years experience as a journeyman level painter.

Responsibilities

• Perform painting and glazing duties under general supervision.
• Prepare surfaces for painting.
• Estimate needed materials and schedule work assignments.

Skills

Knowledge of painting methods and materials

Ability to work on ladders and scaffolds

Time management skills

Knowledge of safety precautions

Ability to read blueprints

Education

High school graduation and trade program completion

Tools

Paint sprayer

Sanders

Job description

Journeyman Painter & Glazier- Maintenance

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Job Details

Job ID: 5676543

Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Apr 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE: Journeyman Painter & Glazier - Maintenance

LOCATION: Maintenance Shop

The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is a nationally recognized urban school district that serves approximately 22,000 students and 60+ different languages are spoken in the homes of our students. KCKPS is home to Sumner Academy, the #6 highest rated High School in the Nation and #1 High School in Kansas according to the US News rankings.

With Head Start/preschools, 28 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 5 college and career academies/high schools, we are the fifth largest district in the state of Kansas and our student population is approximately 56% Hispanic, 24% African American, 9% White, and 6% Asian. To serve our students, the district employs approximately 4,000 employees including more than 1,800 teachers.

JOB GOAL:

Under general supervision, performs the full range of skilled, journeyman level painter duties in the construction, finishing and repair of buildings, furniture and other wood or metal products in order to support the education mission of the District and to enhance the education environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares walls, woodwork, ceilings, doors, furniture, and equipment for painting and refinishing
• Removes old paint, stains, and varnish as required using paint removers, scrapers, wire brushes, or sand blaster
• Selects proper paint for the finish surface by matching types and colors of paint.
• Mixes paints using required portion of pigments, oils, and thinning and drying substances, and/or selects premixed paint to match specified color(s)
• Paint surfaces using brushes, roller and/or spray equipment
• Rigs stage or erects scaffolding
• Spreads cloth(s) or plastic to protect floor and work environment
• Cuts stencils and stencil surfaces as required
• Replace windows and glass as needed, which may require accurate measuring and cutting of glass, or other materials.
• Estimates, determines needs, and arranges for supplies and equipment in order to perform or schedule work assignments.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and/or specifications to determine procedure(s) for required construction and/or remodel projects.
• Will assist other departments as needed to ensure all Paint & Glazing related work is performed according to safety standards.
• Uses and performs operator maintenance on tools and equipment common to the trade such as, but not limited to spray guns, sanders, ladders, etc.
• Keeps accurate record of time and materials used to successfully complete job tasks using written and/or computer generated formats.
• May be required to perform other duties as required at a level of skill the same as or lower than required by his/her normal work assignment.
• May perform minor supervisory role when designated a Leader on specific projects.
• Must be able to perform work that involves the possible disturbance of asbestos containing materials (ACMs).
• Must be medically and physically able to wear a respirator.
• Other duties as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• REQUIRED: High school graduation, AND completion of trade (apprenticeship) and/or vocational school program including courses in mathematics, painting and carpentry skills.
• REQUIRED: Minimum of two (2) years work experience in the building trades as a journeyman level Painter or equivalent work experience in a commercial, educational or facilities operations setting.
• Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the Painting trade, in addition to construction and building repair terminology, and applicable local, state and federal health and safety code requirements
• Knowledge of skilled procedures, methods and practices of the painting trade.
• Knowledge of the safety precautions used in the painting trade and Facility Maintenance.
• Knowledge of different paints, solvents and their practical uses.
• Ability to work on ladders and scaffolds.
• Ability to match and mix paints.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time and materials; must be able to work cooperatively with others, and be a self-starter and self-motivated to complete assigned job tasks.
• Spatial ability is needed to understand forms and relationships
• Knowledgeable in construction and building repair terminology.
• Numerical ability required to make proper calculations.
• Able to read and understand blueprints, specifications and diagrams.
• Knowledge of trade related machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, maintenance and safe operating practices.
• Strong organizational ability.
• Knowledge of public schools or university operations preferred.
• Knowledge of, and the ability and desire to support, relevant policies, procedures and strategies to promote effective educational operations for the protection of students, staff, co‑workers and District property.

COMMUNICATION / ORGANIZATION:

• Maintains positive communication with maintenance shop personnel, trade foreman, shop administration, and school personnel to enhance cooperative action in order to meet the educational needs of students.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with district administration and community;
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including the ability to listen and effectively respond to instruction.
• Utilizes existing technology effectively in the performance of duties.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
• Ability to identify complex problems, review related information to develop, evaluate and recommend options and implement solutions.
• Perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents and/or ratios

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is medium to heavy. Maintenance personnel routinely handle loads weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally handle loads weighing up to 100 pounds or more using approved methods and equipment. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling and crouching to make repairs and installation of equipment. Stands and walks most of the day. Reaches for and handles tools and equipment parts. The position requires near-visual acuity for reading blueprints and specifications. Color and depth perception and field of vision required for use of machinery and tools. Successful candidate must be able to work inside or outside in bad weather. The work environment may be subject to loud noise from machinery and equipment. Employee may be required to work long and/or non‑typical hours.

DRIVER’S LICENSE: Employee shall have a valid driver’s license at the time of his/her employment with the Kansas City Kansas USD #500 School District. IF, at any time during his/her employment, the employee should lose their driver’s license and/or their driver’s license be suspended for any reason, the employee shall immediately notify the Director of Physical Properties.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT/YEARLY REQUIREMENTS: Employee shall meet all the pre‑employment and yearly requirements as specified in the Policies of the Board of Education.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 261 Days

SALARY: Level 13

Classified Salary Schedule: https://www.kckschools.org/hr/classified-salary-schedule-work-page

FLSA STATUS: Hourly, Non-exempt

REPORT TO: Principal

EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board of Education policy

Applications will be reviewed prior to the closing date for this position.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individual holding this position performs additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.

Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KCKPS is an equal opportunity employer and shall not discriminate in its employment practices and policies with respect to hiring, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex/gender (to include orientation, identity, or expression), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.

For more information regarding Title IX please contact:

District Compliance Coordinator

2010 N. 59th Street

Kansas City, KS 66104

913-279-2262

[e-mail]

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.