Painter III

Johnston County Public Schools; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnston County Public Schools Facility Services in Smithfield, North Carolina seeks a Painter III to maintain and improve interior and exterior surfaces across school facilities. The role requires painting, patching, and drywall finishing with safety-first practices in environments involving students and staff.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, 5+ years of painting experience, 1+ year drywall finishing, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Uses PPE while performing duties.
• Prioritizes safety of themselves and others.
• Understands SDS of products used and impacts on self and others.
• Applies paint to interior and exterior surfaces by brush, roller or spray.

Skills

Painting

Drywall finishing

PPE safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Painter III

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Job Details

Job ID: 4553706

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jul 30, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Painter 3

Location: Facility Services

Pay Grade: 63

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED preferred

5+ years experience preparation and painting

1+ years experience patching and drywall finishing.

must possess a valid driver’s license

Reports to: Paint Foreman

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 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)
• Work from elevated platforms: E.g. scissor lifts, atrium lift heights up to but not limited to 60’ (Training and safety harnesses will be provided)
• Ability to work around students and staff

• 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
• 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

Contact Information

• Kristina Benson , Certified Hiring Director
• 2320 US 70 Bus Hwy E.
• Smithfield, North Carolina 27577
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]