Painter

Stamford Health; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost health insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Free on-site parking

Childcare partnership

Job summary

Stamford Health seeks a skilled hospital painter to maintain and improve the appearance, cleanliness, and safety of our facilities. You will prepare surfaces, apply coatings, and repair wall finishes while following safety and infection-control protocols.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of professional painting experience in healthcare or institutional settings and must be proficient in reading blueprints and job orders. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or trade schooling preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of professional painting experience, ideally in healthcare or institutional settings.
• Knowledge of painting techniques, surface prep, and finishing methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, patching, and priming walls, ceilings, doors, and other structures.
• Apply paints, stains, varnishes, and protective coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
• Repair drywall and plaster surfaces prior to painting.
• Match colors and finishes to hospital standards.
• Follow infection prevention and safety protocols in patient care areas.
• Move and cover furniture and equipment to protect hospital property.
• Maintain painting tools and supplies in good working order.
• Read work orders, blueprints, and maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate with maintenance staff and nursing departments to minimize disruption.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and hospital policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reading blueprints

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

As a Certified Great Place to Work organization, Stamford Health understands what it takes to attract talent to improve our workforce and support our mission, to that end we offer:

• Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans (including GLP-1 coverage options) available day one
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off accruals
• Tax deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan
• Free on-site parking and train station shuttle
• Childcare partnership with Children’s Learning Center

Job Description

As a Certified Great Place to Work organization, Stamford Health understands what it takes to attract talent to improve our workforce and support our mission, to that end we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans (including GLP-1 coverage options) available day one
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off accruals
• Tax deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-site parking and train station shuttle
• Childcare partnership with Children’s Learning Center

Regular, Full Time

At Stamford Health, we believe that every patient deserves compassionate, personalized, person centered care. This commitment guides how we care for patients, support their care partners, and promote the wellbeing of our staff. In alignment with our Planetree philosophy, the individual in this role will foster a respectful, collaborative environment that honors the needs, values, and preferences of every person we serve and the colleagues we partner with.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Painter to maintain and improve the appearance, cleanliness, and safety of hospital facilities. The Painter is responsible for preparing surfaces, applying paint and coatings, repairing wall finishes, and ensuring all work is completed in compliance with healthcare safety standards and infection control procedures. This role supports a clean, professional, and healing environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, patching, and priming walls, ceilings, doors, and other structures.
• Apply paint, stains, varnishes, and protective coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
• Repair drywall, plaster, and other wall surfaces as needed before painting.
• Match paint colors and finishes to existing hospital standards.
• Follow infection prevention and safety protocols while working in patient care and clinical areas.
• Safely move and cover furniture, equipment, and flooring to protect hospital property during projects.
• Maintain painting tools, supplies, and equipment in proper working condition.
• Read and follow work orders, blueprints, and maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate with maintenance staff, nursing departments, and hospital leadership to minimize disruption to operations.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, hospital policies, and environmental standards
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests when required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area at all times.

Qualifications

• High School or Trade/vocational School graduate with relevant hospital/healthcare experience preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional painting experience preferred, ideally in healthcare, commercial, or institutional settings.
• Knowledge of painting techniques, surface preparation, and finishing methods.
• Basic drywall and plaster repair
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good physical condition; able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform manual tasks
• Knowledge of OSHA and healthcare safety regulations a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.