Painter Journeyperson - Temporary

Minneapolis Public Housing Authority; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minneapolis Public Housing Authority (MPHA) is seeking a temporary painter to perform maintenance painting across apartments, scattered-site dwellings, and public spaces. The role emphasizes preparing surfaces, applying paints, and maintaining clean, organized work sites.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and be Journeyperson Painters with an approved apprenticeship. The position lasts about 90 days and may involve working with contractors and residents.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; vocational painting training preferred.
• Journeyperson Painter with state-approved Apprenticeship; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Paint surfaces in apartments, common areas, and exteriors.
• Prepare surfaces by washing, sanding, scraping, and fixing defects.
• Mix paints, prime, and apply coats with brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
• Maintain logs and records of work orders and vehicle maintenance.
• Order supplies and organize work areas; keep job sites clean.
• Collaborate with contractors and MPHA residents as needed.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards on all tasks.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Experience with Yardi or similar

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Journeyperson Painter with state-approved Apprenticeship

Tools

Yardi

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

• Location 1001 WASHINGTON AVE N,MINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55401-1032,United States
• Job Category Facilities/Maintenance, Project Management
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Internal Close Date: October 21, 2026
Grade Level: N/A

Salary: $47.20 per hour

Salary Note: Starting pay rates are ultimately determined by the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity. New employees typically start in the lower half of range, but experts in their field may be considered for starting pay rates in the top half of the range.

Department/Location: AMP 7- 3121 Pillsbury Ave S

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to perform maintenance painting activities and related work for apartments, scattered site dwellings, public spaces, office spaces, and on exterior wood and metal surfaces.

All activities must support the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority ("MPHA" or "Authority") mission, vision, and values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties and skills may be required and assigned, as needed.

Tapes and covers surfaces not being painted to protect them.

Cleans and prepares surfaces to be painted by washing, sanding, scraping, or grinding.

Fills holes and cracks with spackle, plaster, or taping mud to provide smooth surface.

Mixes paints and products to be used; primes, paints, and/or varnishes surface with a brush, roller, or spray gun.

Cleans job location upon completion of job; moves furniture and equipment into place.

Removes contact paper and wallpaper; removes mirrors, strips woodwork, and pressure washes.

Orders paint and related supplies as required; organizes supplies and work areas.

Maintains logs and records of work performed, including work orders and vehicle maintenance.

Attends and participates in staff meetings as required.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

MPHA expects all employees to exhibit the following behavioral skills:

Customer Service: Meets/exceeds the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; identifies, understands, monitors, and measures the needs of both internal and external customers; talks and acts with customers in mind; and recognizes working colleagues as customers.

Commitment: Sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works hard/smart to achieve them; strives for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and brings issues to closure; and persists despite obstacles and opposition.

Effective Communication: Employee is prepared, clear, concise, and organized in all facets of communication in order to fully establish understanding. Actively listens and understands the audience to adapt message appropriately. Communicates information with appropriate personnel in a timely manner.

Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Initiative: Proactively seeks solutions to resolve unexpected challenges. Actively assists others without formal/informal direction. Possesses the capacity to learn and actively seeks developmental feedback. Applies feedback for continued growth by mastering concepts needed to perform work.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment requires a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with persons from diverse economic, social, and ethnic backgrounds, including new immigrants, limited English language proficiency clients, and clients with a variety of mental health issues and other disabilities.

The position generally works on Authority properties, which may cause the employee to experience a range in temperatures and other weather conditions. The noise level may be loud, and the environment may be more hazardous than a standard office environment. This position may be required to work with contractors as well as Authority residents.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or GED, with vocational training focused on painting and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in construction or building maintenance. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Must be a Journeyperson Painter who has successfully completed a state-approved Apprenticeship training program. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Some positions may require possession of a valid driver’s license. Those positions may also require use of a personal vehicle and evidence of individual automobile insurance coverage, or the ability to be insurable under the Authority’s automobile insurance plan at the standard rate. Must pass a criminal history background check.

Technical Skills

To perform this job successfully, the employee should have strong computer skills, experience with Yardi or similar software, and MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. Must have the ability to learn other computer software programs as required by assigned tasks.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to travel to various Authority properties to perform maintenance work. Daily movements include sitting; standing; reaching and grasping; operating handheld tools and other machinery; moving about the properties; and attending onsite meetings and offsite meetings. The employee must be able to exchange information in person, in writing, and via telephone. The employee must occasionally transport up to 50 pounds.

Summary

This would be a temporary painter position expected to last 90 days.