PAINTER I

Department of State Hospitals; California; On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

EV charging stations

Wellness programs

Job summary

Department of State Hospitals – Napa is seeking a Painter I for Plant Operations to apply undercoats and finish coats using brush, roller, or spray equipment. The role includes material estimation, ordering and storage, and leading unskilled workers in painting projects on interior and exterior surfaces.

The position is a 12 Month Limited Term – Full Time in Napa, CA, with a salary of $4,930.00 – $5,901.00 per month.

Responsibilities

• Erect scaffolding and paint from ladders or scaffolding.
• Prepare surfaces by scraping, sanding, and filling as needed.
• Maintain brushes, rollers, and painting tools; clean after use.

Job description

Job Posting: Painter I (Plant Operations)
Department of State Hospitals
JC-535056

Painter I (Plant Operations)
PAINTER I

$4,930.00 – $5,901.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 10/19/2026

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
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Job Description and Duties

Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals.

For additional information please visit https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113

The Department of State Hospitals-Napa has a limited term vacancy for a Painter I. The Painter I applies undercoats and finish coats with brush, roller, or spray machine; mixes and matches paints and finishes; performs color blending. They estimate labor and materials needed; keeps simple records; orders and stores materials; accounts for daily square footage of paint job done and instructs and leads unskilled workers. The Painter I scrapes, sands and fills surfaces in preparation for painting and finishing the interior and exterior of buildings. They clean and maintain brushes, rollers, and other equipment. The Painter I erects and paints from scaffolding, rigging, and ladders; engraves or paints simple designs; paper hangs.

Applications may be screened and only the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview. Please ensure your application is thoroughly filled out, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

The Limited term may be extended up to 24-months and/or the position may become permanent.

Those interested in obtaining employment with the California Department of State Hospitals – Napa must apply and compete through the State recruitment process. Applicants who successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list used to recruit for positions.

To apply for the examination for this position, please click here:

Painter I Exam Link
If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination, except when your list eligibility expires. Please note this is a separate process, you will also need to submit your application of interest additionally. Per CCR 249.3 this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-535056

Position #(s):
480-556-6526-902

Working Title:

Painter I (Plant Operations)

Classification:
PAINTER I
$4,930.00 – $5,901.00 A

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Napa County

Telework:
In Office

Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term – Full Time

Facility:
Department of State Hospitals – Napa

Department Information

Department of State Hospitals

Napa State Hospital

2100 Napa Vallejo Highway

Napa, CA 94558

Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.

DSH–Napa is located on a scenic, park-like campus in the heart of Napa Valley, offering a unique work environment that blends public service with wellness, accessibility, and work-life balance. The hospital campus is designed to support employees with convenient, family-friendly, and health-focused amenities, including the following:

• On-site employee exercise facility featuring new and modern fitness equipment

• Expansive, park-like grounds with walking paths and green spaces

• Free on-site parking for staff and visitors

• Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations conveniently located on campus

• Multiple staff break areas and shared spaces across the hospital

• Decompression Room & Lactation Room

• A calm, secure campus environment designed to support employee wellness and safety

Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/napa

Applicant Survey

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Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareers Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Benefits

Benefit information may be obtained by visiting the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) web site and to the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) web site for retirement and health benefit information.

Health Benefits Program (CalPERS)

Retirement (CalPERS)

Employer Health and Consolidated Benefits Contributions

Dental, Vision

401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Group Legal Services Insurance

Holidays, Vacations/Sick/Other Paid Leave

Flex Elect Reimbursement Program

Wellness and Recognition

Transit Pass Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education

Dependent Scholarship Program

Leadership Training

Mentoring Program

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:
Sanberd Yang
[phone]
[email protected]

Hiring Unit Contact:
Kenneth Woodle
[phone]
[email protected]
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department’s EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Office of Human Rights
[phone]
[email protected]
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.