Painter

Inside Higher Ed; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 45,595 - 70,152; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Baltimore is hiring a full-time Painter II to apply coats of paint, varnish, and protective finishes to surfaces. The ideal candidate will have four years of experience in painting, knowledge of OSHA regulations, and a valid Maryland driver's license. Responsibilities include preparing surfaces, operating painting tools, and providing training to other maintenance personnel. The role is mid-senior level and offers a competitive salary range of $45,595 to $70,152 annually.

Qualifications

• Four years of progressively responsible experience in the painting trade.
• Comprehensive knowledge of methods and techniques in the painting trade.
• Ability to work in hazardous environments and lift up to 70 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Applies paint and protects surfaces.
• Prepares surfaces by scraping and sanding.
• Cleans work area upon completion of projects.

Skills

Painting techniques

Mathematics (area, volume, weights)

OSHA regulations

Use and maintenance of painting tools

Effective communication

Education

Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C driver’s license

Job description

Painter II - Department of General Services

Job posted: December 10, 2025

Location: Main Campus, Maryland, United States

Salary: $45,595.00 – $70,152.00

Responsibilities and Duties

• Applies coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel or lacquer to decorate and protect interior or exterior surfaces.
• Prepares surfaces for painting by scraping, sanding, or dissolving previous paint coatings; fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with caulk or putty; tapes, spackles, and finishes drywall; removes fixtures and protects surfaces during painting.
• Selects, mixes, and matches paints; operates and maintains tools and equipment of the painting trade; may erect and work from scaffolding and ladders.
• Cleans work area upon completion of the project.
• Prepares estimates of time, labor and materials; prepares reports reflecting daily operations and project status.
• Provides guidance and training in painting work to other maintenance personnel; may have lead responsibility for special projects.

Qualifications and Skills

• Four years progressively responsible experience in the painting trade.
• Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in the methods and techniques used in the painting trade.
• Thorough knowledge of basic mathematics (area, volume, weights, fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions) and OSHA regulations related to the painting trade.
• Skill in the use and maintenance of tools and equipment of the painting trade.
• Ability to schedule and lay out work; perceive normal color spectrum; prepare summaries and reports; communicate effectively; follow oral and written directions; work in, on, around, over, and under fixed equipment and machinery; work from ladders, rigging, and scaffolding; manipulate heavy equipment and tools; exert force up to 70 lbs.; concurrently manipulate multiple controls on equipment and machinery; work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job.

Valid Maryland Non‑commercial Class C or equivalent driver’s license required.

Candidates selected for employment may be required to be trained to work with asbestos.

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year‑for‑year basis with 30 college credits equivalent to one year of experience.

Organization

Operations

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Online Audio and Video Media