Painter I — Interior & Exterior Finishes & Prep

Newport News Public Schools; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Public Schools is seeking a skilled painter to apply various coatings to enhance and protect both interior and exterior surfaces of schools. This role involves preparation work like cleaning surfaces, mixing paints, and minor plastering repairs. Applicants should possess a high school diploma or trade certificate plus experience as a journeyman painter.

The job requires valid Virginia Driver's License and familiarity with maintenance documentation software. All applicants will model nondiscriminatory practices in their work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or trade school certificate of completion is required.
• Moderate experience as a skilled journeyman painter is preferred.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle with a valid Virginia Driver’s License is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, cleans and paints surfaces including walls and furniture.
• Operates various tools for painting and cleaning.
• Documents labor and materials using maintenance software.

Skills

Painting techniques

Surface preparation

Color matching

Safety practices

Education

High school diploma or trade school certificate

Tools

Paint brushes

Spray guns

Paint rollers

Cleaning tools

Job description

Newport News Public Schools is seeking a skilled painter to apply various coatings to enhance and protect both interior and exterior surfaces of schools. This role involves preparation work like cleaning surfaces, mixing paints, and minor plastering repairs. Applicants should possess a high school diploma or trade certificate plus experience as a journeyman painter.

The job requires valid Virginia Driver's License and familiarity with maintenance documentation software. All applicants will model nondiscriminatory practices in their work.