Painter 1

Johnston County Public Schools; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnston County Public Schools in Smithfield, NC is seeking a Painter I to perform interior and exterior painting in Facility Services. The role requires preparing surfaces, applying paint with brushes, rollers, or spray equipment, and maintaining a clean work area.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED with 2 years of painting experience and a valid driver’s license. This is a full-time position reporting to the Paint Foreman, with emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred with 2 years of painting experience.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work around students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Applies paint to interior and exterior of buildings, furniture and other structures by brush, roller or spray equipment.
• Prepares and cleans surfaces using sandpaper, scrapers, and finishing tools.
• Maintains a clean work area and leaves a quality finished product.
• Assists with proper cleaning of painting equipment and tools.
• Works safely using PPE and follows SDS guidelines.

Skills

PPE usage

Safety awareness

Painting skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID: 4323468

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Sep 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Johnston County Public Schools

Job Description

Title: Painter I

Location: Facility Services

Pay Grade: 59

Reports to: Paint Foreman

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED preferred with 2 years of experience in painting; must possess a valid driver’s license

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Uses the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing duties
• Prioritizes the safety of themselves and others around their work area.
• Understands the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) of products being applied and how product(s) may impact themselves and others
• Applies paint to interior and exterior of buildings, furniture and other structures by brush, roller or spray equipment
• Prepares and cleans surfaces by use of sandpaper, burners, scrapers, sanding machines, dusters and paint removers
• Maintains a clean work area and leaves a quality finished product
• Properly cleans painting equipment and tools to mitigate the need for replacement
• Ability to routinely climb and work from ladders safely (3 points of contact)
• Work from elevated platforms: E.g. scissor lifts, atrium lift heights up to but not limited to 60’ (Training and safety harnesses will be provided)
• Ability to work around students and staff
• Experience with drywall finishing preferred
• Serves as team player and role model for other employees in the organization; demonstrates a commitment to continued quality improvement; supports and exhibits organization’s core values of caring; respect, integrity, responsibility, high expectations, being customer driven, and valuing diversity
• Demonstrates time management skills and prioritizes work properly
• Performs other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to perform medium/ heavy lifting exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally
• Must be able to climb ladders and work in outdoor environments, heat/cold.

Special Requirements: Must possess a valid driver’s license.

DISCLAIMERS: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.

Johnston County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the employment or promotion of employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin or disability.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Kristina Benson , Certified Hiring Director
• 2320 US 70 Bus Hwy E.
• Smithfield, North Carolina 27577
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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