Painter

Wildwood Programs; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Elite Benefit Package

Job summary

Wildwood Programs is seeking a skilled Painter to perform professional interior and exterior painting across facilities. You will prepare surfaces, apply finishes, and handle large projects under the Director of Facilities.

The role supports the organization’s mission by maintaining a clean, vibrant environment for people with disabilities, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of painting experience, proficiency with painting tools and equipment, and a commitment to safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of painting and maintenance experience.
• Experience in using various painting tools and equipment effectively.

Responsibilities

• Surface preparation: scrape, sand, patch, caulk, and prime surfaces before applying finishes.
• Apply paints, stains, varnishes, sealers, and protective coatings to interior and exterior surfaces.
• Interior projects: paint walls and trim; exterior projects: paint exteriors, doors, fences, and trim.

Skills

Painting

Maintenance work

Tool handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Paint brushes & rollers

Airless spray equipment

Job description

Salary Range: $20/hr-$23/hr plus an Elite Benefit Package

We pay for experience.

Summary

The Painter performs professional-grade interior and exterior painting, surface preparation, and finishing work across all Wildwood Program facilities. This role is crucial to maintaining a clean, vibrant, and safe environment for the people we support, staff, and visitors. Operating under the direction of the Director of Facilities, the painter handles routine maintenance paint requests, large-scale projects, and urgent touch-ups.

Who Are We

Wildwood Programs is a provider of educational, residential, employment, and other community-based supports to people with disabilities and their families. We hire those dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives. Check us out on Linkedin.

Required Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of experience in painting and maintenance work.
• Experience in using various painting tools and equipment effectively.
• Proven track record of completing painting projects on time and to a high standard.

Core Responsibilities

Surface Preparation: Scrape, sand, patch, caulk, and prime surfaces including drywall, plaster, concrete block, brick, wood, and metal before applying finishes; remove graffiti and repair damaged walls

Application of Finishes: Apply paints, stains, varnishes, sealers, and protective coatings to interior and exterior walls, ceilings, trim, floors and furniture using brushes, rollers, and airless spray equipment

Interior Projects: Paint; stain facility interiors, including walls, trim and other areas as needed

Exterior Projects: Paint facility exteriors, outbuildings, doors, fences, and trim; Line-striping parking lots, curbs, and play areas as needed

Dry Wall and Masonry Repair: Tape, mud, and texture drywall; Repair minor cracks in plaster or concrete block surfaces

Other Requirements

• Must be able to work in varied environments like, indoor classrooms, hallways, and offices, residential locations, commercial office space and outdoor environments subject to changing weather conditions (heat, cold, wind).
• Will be periodically exposed to airborne particles, fumes, paint odors, and loud machinery.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as respirators, safety glasses, and gloves when tasks dictate.

Physical Demands

• Movement: Constantly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach for extended periods.
• Lifting: Regularly lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds (such as 5-gallon paint buckets).
• Height Tolerance: Comfortable working at heights. Ability to climb and balance on ladders, scaffolding, and motorized lifts to reach high ceiling or exterior rooflines.
• Dexterity: Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to achieve clean lines and uniform finishes.
• A valid New York State Driver’s License and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.