Painter

Billings Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 31,960 - 35,514; Full time

Job summary

A public educational institution in the United States is seeking a Painter for a 12-month position. The role includes responsibilities such as preparing and painting various surfaces safely. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, complete a three-year apprenticeship, and possess one year of practical experience. The compensation starts at $23.20/hour during a 90-day probation period, rising to $25.78/hour thereafter. This role promotes equal opportunity for all applicants.

Qualifications

• Must have working knowledge of standard practice methods, materials, tools, equipment of painting trade.
• Knowledge of methods of preparing various surfaces (wood, metal, etc.).
• Ability to work safely on scaffolding and swing stages.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and paint standard surfaces using appropriate methods and materials.
• Ensure compliance with safety practices while working on heights.

Skills

Knowledge of painting trade methods

Safety practices for scaffolding

Surface preparation knowledge

Education

High school graduate/GED

Three-year apprenticeship

One year working experience as painter

Job description

Job Details

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Painter

Date Posted: 4/15/2026

Date Available: April 2026

Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Position Summary

PAINTER

12-month position; Monday-Thursday; 10 hours/day; 5am to 3:30pm.

Compensation: $23.20/hour for 90-day probationary period, then $25.78/hour.

Responsibilities

• Must have working knowledge of standard practice methods, materials, tools, equipment of painting trade; characteristics of paints, varnishes, stains, solvents, etc.
• Knowledge of methods of preparing wood, metal, glass, plaster, brick, cement and other surfaces.
• Knowledge of standard safety practices, ability to work on scaffolding; swing stages.

Qualifications

Education: High school graduate/GED and successful completion of a three-year apprenticeship and one year working experience as a painter.

EEO Statement

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or national origin.