Painter I

Wayne County Public Schools; Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne County Public Schools in North Carolina is seeking a skilled painter to apply coats of paint, varnish, stain, or enamel to decorate and protect surfaces. The role involves routine, non-complex tasks following established patterns.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED; painting and drywall repair experience preferred. Must lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, and hold a valid driver's license. This is a 12-month, at-will, non-exempt position with Grade 59 pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; painting and drywall repair experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and climb a ladder.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Smooth surfaces and remove old finishes.
• Fill holes, cracks, and joints with caulk or putty.
• Remove fixtures and cover windows, frames and baseboards.
• Spread drop cloths and set up ladders/scaffolding as needed.
• Paint surfaces and clean tools after use.

Skills

Lifting heavy objects

Ladder safety

Driver's license

Following instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Wayne County Public Schools

Job Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and previous painting and drywall repair experience preferred.

Requirements

• Must be able to bend, push, pull, and lift at least 50 pounds.
• Must be able to climb a ladder.
• Must have a current, valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Reports To: Painting Crew Leader

Job Goal

An employee at this level performs non-complex tasks applying coats of paint, varnish, stain, or enamel to decorate and protect. Work is generally routine and repetitive in nature and follows an established pattern. Problems are referred to the supervisor or crew leader. Errors are usually revealed and easily corrected. Direct supervision is given to the employee.

Illustrative Examples of Work

• Smooths surfaces. Removes old finishes from surfaces.
• Fills holes, cracks, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other filler.
• Removes fixtures, such as switch covers.
• Spreads drop cloths over floors and room furnishings.
• Covers windows, door frames, and baseboards.
• Erects scaffolding or sets up ladders as needed to perform tasks above ground level.
• Selects from premixed paints.
• Paints surfaces.
• Washes and cleans painting tools and materials after use.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Some knowledge of the standard practices and methods of the painting trade.
• Skill in the use and care of equipment and tools used in the painting trade.
• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.

Terms of Employment

12-month work year/At Will Employee/FLSA Non-Exempt

Starting Salary and/or Grade

Grade 59: ($34,696.08 - $47,354.28)

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board and local policy on evaluation of personnel.