Painter

Allina Health; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Vision/Legal/Critical illness

Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing M

Student Loan Support Benefits

Union-friendly (non-union status as of

Job summary

Allina Health is seeking a skilled painter to join our Facilities Support Services in Cottage Grove, MN. The role involves interior and exterior decorating, wall coverings, staining, varnishing, and refinishing of equipment, with travel to various clinic sites around the Twin Cities on a project basis.

This 1.0 FTE position offers 10-hour day/evening/night shifts and occasional weekends. A minimum of two years painting experience and a high school diploma are required, plus a valid driver's

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description.
• 2+ years of painting experience, including preparation, application, and care of equipment (hospital setting preferred).
• Valid driver's license required; MN/WI residents must obtain license in state of residence within 60 days if working in a clinic setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepares surfaces for painting, including drywall taping, patching, sanding, and protecting surrounding areas.
• Paints, repairs and maintains surfaces using latex oil-based paints, epoxy, varnish, and lacquer finishes.
• Stains doors and millwork; uses brushes, rollers, spray equipment to complete jobs.
• Performs preventive and routine maintenance; hangs wall coverings (plastic, vinyl or fabric).
• Keeps shop and equipment clean; maintains supplies; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Painting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman Painter (trade union)

Tools

Brushes

Rollers

Spray equipment

Job description

Location Address

8611 W Point Douglas Rd SCottage Grove, MN 55016-4005

Date Posted

August 06, 2026

Department

16008035 Allina Health Facilities Support Services East

Shift

Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)

Shift Length

10 hour shift

Hours Per Week

40

Union Contract

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation

Occasional

Job Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details

• 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)
• 10-hour day/evening/night shifts
• Occasional weekends
• This position is based out of Cottage Grove but will travel around to Allina Clinic Sites in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas on a project basis.

Job Description

Perform all sorts of skilled painting including interior and exterior decorating, wall covering, staining, varnishing, and/or refinishing of equipment. Also performs general maintenance duties.

Principle Responsibilities

• Prepares surfaces for painting.
  • Dry wall taping and patching of sheetrock or plaster repair.
  • Sanding; ensuring surfaces are protected from dust and debris.
• Painting, Repair and Maintenance.
  • Assesses jobs to determine how and what materials to apply.
  • Apply wall finishes to all types of wall surfaces to ensure walls are uniform in texture and appearance. ie: Latex oil base, epoxy, varnish, and lacquer paints.
  • Stain doors and miscellaneous millwork ensure final finish appearance is without drips or defects.
  • Use brushes, rollers, spray equipment (cup, gun, airless gas, and electric, conventional pressure tank, air compressor) to complete the job.
  • Performs preventive maintenance.
  • Performs regular maintenance duties as assigned.
• Hang wall coverings.
  • Plastic, vinyl or fabric.
• Ensure the shop and equipment are clean and safely kept.
  • Maintains supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description
• 2+ years of painting experience ie preparation, application, knowledge and care of equipment (in a Hospital setting preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Vocational or Technical Training as a Journeyman Painter in a trade union

Physical Demands

• Medium Work:
• Lifting weight up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 25 lbs. frequently

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid Driver's License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver's license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment if working in a clinic setting

Pay Range

Pay Range: $31.07 to $42.59 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.