Painter 25/26 SY

Indianapolis Public Schools; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Indianapolis Public Schools is seeking a Painter for the 2025/2026 school year. This full-time role involves preparing and painting school buildings, requiring physical ability and safety training. The position offers a dynamic work environment with various responsibilities including maintenance and repairs.

Qualifications

• One-year certificate or 2-4 years of related experience.
• Willingness to obtain safety training certifications.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces by scraping, sanding, cleaning, and masking.
• Paint surfaces using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot spray equipment.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret safety documents

Physical ability to perform job duties

Education

One-year certificate from college or technical school

Job description

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**Overview**

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is seeking a Painter for the 2025/2026 school year. This full-time position involves preparing and painting IPS buildings, both interior and exterior, along with various related duties as outlined below.

**Key Responsibilities**

1. Prepare surfaces by scraping, sanding, cleaning, and masking prior to painting.
2. Paint surfaces using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment, including walls, ceilings, and other structures.
3. Match and mix paint colors accurately.
4. Maintain and troubleshoot spray equipment.
5. Perform repairs such as re-glazing, installing vinyl wall coverings, and graffiti removal.
6. Operate various equipment, including scaffolds, ladders, bucket trucks, and lifts.
7. Assist with layout and painting of graphics on walls and floors.
8. Drive trucks for material transportation when necessary.
9. Perform additional tasks such as power washing, floor relining, and working in boiler rooms as needed.
10. Work flexible hours, including nights, as required.

**Qualifications**

• One-year certificate from college or technical school, or two to four years of related experience, or an equivalent combination.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain safety training certifications, including Operator Safety Training and Respirator Fit Test.
• Ability to read and interpret safety and operational documents.
• Physical ability to perform job duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds, working at heights, and exposure to various environmental conditions.

**Work Environment**

The role involves exposure to fumes, airborne particles, heights, and various weather conditions, with a generally loud noise level.

**Additional Information**

• Non-exempt FLSA classification.
• Not eligible for remote work.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination.

This description provides an overview of the essential duties and qualifications for the Painter position at IPS. For more details or to apply, please follow the official application process.