Painter

Princeton Independent School District; Princeton (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Princeton, Texas, is seeking a full-time Painter to apply coatings, manage maintenance projects, and ensure safety procedures are followed. The successful candidate will have a valid Texas driver's license and skills in preparation and painting processes. Responsibilities include selecting and mixing paint, preparing surfaces, and handling tools and equipment safely. Heavy lifting will be required, with frequent exposure to various working environments. This is an excellent opportunity for those with a background in painting and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Clear and valid Texas driver’s license is required.
• Experience in painting field is preferred.
• Must maintain emotional control under stress.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting, including sanding and removing old paint.
• Select premixed paints or mix required portions of pigment.
• Paint surfaces using brushes, spray gun, or paint rollers.
• Erect scaffolding and set up ladders for tasks above ground level.
• Maintain inventory of tools and materials.

Skills

Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in painting trade

Ability to properly apply paints

Knowledge of and ability to mix paint to match colors

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to work independently

Education

Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

Tools

Painting and drywall tools

Small hand tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Light truck or van

Job description

Painter

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Job Details

Job ID: 5462872

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Dec 09, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Painter

Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Director of Maintenance

Date Revised:

Dept./School: Maintenance

Primary Purpose:

Under general supervision, apply coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect exterior and interior surfaces, trimmings, and fixtures of buildings and structures throughout the district.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in painting trade
• Ability to properly apply paints
• Knowledge of and ability to mix paint to match colors
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work independently

Experience:

____ years experience in painting field

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

• Prepare surfaces for painting, including sanding and removing old paint, filling holes, cracks, and joints with appropriate filler. Tape, float, and texture walls and ceilings.
• Select premixed paints or mix required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.
• Paint surfaces, using brushes, spray gun, paint rollers, or other methods to achieve required effects. Stain, seal, and varnish wood surfaces.
• Erect scaffolding, set up ladders, or use hoists to perform tasks above ground level.
• Pick up and deliver painting supplies to campuses; maintain delivery records.
• Receive and complete work orders. Identify and complete needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment using established inspection procedures. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Maintain inventory of tools and assist with inventory control of materials and equipment.
• Inspect jobs after completion and ensure areas are clean.

Safety

• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Handle and dispose of paint, stain, varnish, and other chemicals according to established procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Painting and drywall tools and equipment including brush, roller, spray equipment, sand and water blaster; small hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools; light truck or van

Posture:

Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

Motion:

Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting:

Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment:

Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jackie Hendricks
• 321 Panther Parkway
• Princeton, Texas 75407
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]