Painter II

Johnston County Public Schools; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnston County Public Schools in Smithfield, NC, seeks a Painter II to join Facilities Services. Immediate start; full-time position reporting to the Paint Foreman.

You will prepare surfaces, apply interior and exterior paint, and supervise a small crew of up to three people to ensure quality finishes. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years of painting experience, 1+ year patching/drywall finishing, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 3+ years experience preparation and painting.
• 1+ years experience patching and drywall finishing.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Uses PPE and follows safety protocols.
• Applies paint to interior and exterior surfaces; refinishes furniture and structures.
• Leads a small crew of up to three and coordinates tasks.
• Prepares surfaces, cleans tools, and maintains clean work areas.
• Ensures quality finishes and adheres to SDS guidelines.

Skills

Painting

Patching

Drywall finishing

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Painter II

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Job Details

Job ID: 3878983

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jul 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Johnston County Public Schools

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Title: Painter II

Location: Facility Services

Reports to: Paint Foreman

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 3+ years experience preparation and painting
• 1+ years experience patching and drywall finishing.
• 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. Applies waterproofing materials to exterior of buildings
• Ability to effectively lead a small crew (up to three)
• Ability to erect and remove portable mechanical scaffolding
• 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)
• 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
• Proficient in at least two of the following: plastering, spray painting, drywall finishing, gymnasium floor surfaces and tennis court finishing
• 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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Maintenance

Contact Information

• Chris Wegner
• Facility Services
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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