Senior Painter

City of San José; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San José is seeking a Senior Painter to join the Facilities Division. Under general supervision, you will perform journey-level painting on City facilities, including surface preparation, drywall repairs, and application of finishes.

The role requires two years of painting experience, a valid California driver’s license, and physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Work shifts are Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm, with opportunities to contribute to safety and quality across City facilities.

Qualifications

• Two years of journey-level painting experience.
• Valid California drivers license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of paints, finishes, and finishing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate painters; review work and manage supplies.
• Prepare surfaces for painting using brushes, rollers, sprays.
• Select paints and finishes suitable for interior and exterior surfaces.
• Maintain and clean painting equipment; ensure safety practices.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED or California Proficiency Certificate

Tools

Brushes

Rollers

Spray guns

Job description

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José.

The City of San José is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408-535-1285, 711 (TTY), or via email at [e-mail].

About The Department
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation\'s best managed cities and one of the top cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration. The City\'s Public Works Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City\'s employees.

The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating, and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work.

Salary Information
The total salary range for the Senior Painter classification is $99,361.60 - $120,598.40. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.

Position Duties

The Department of Public Works is seeking to fill one (1) Senior Painter position in the Facilities Division. Under general supervision, these positions require journey-level painter skill to maintain and carry out improvements to City owned facilities. The core responsibilities for these positions include cleaning/preparing of surfaces to be painted, minor repairs to existing drywall and taping to a level five finish to new sheetrock walls.

Work shifts for the Senior Painter will be Monday- Friday 7am- 3:30pm.

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Schedules, assigns, and reviews work performed by Public Works facility painters.
• Completes requisition forms, and work order forms.
• Delivers supplies and equipment to various work sites.
• Instructs subordinates in safe work habits.
• Determines appropriate paint or painting products to be used on each job.
• Ensures that equipment is properly cleaned and maintained.
• Prepares surfaces to be painted by brush roller, spray gun, and other applicators.
• Has knowledge of paints two-part component finishes, varnishes, stains, preps and primes walls (interior and exterior), ceilings, desks, cabinets, moldings and floors.
• Has knowledge of the proper brushes, rollers, spray guns, and other painting tools and implements to use for each specific project.
• Cleans, stores, and keeps painting equipment and tools in good working condition.
• Has safety training and experience in erecting and moving scaffolds, ladders and planking.
• Operates lift gates on pick-up trucks, and small walk behind striping equipment.
• Is capable to lift and move up 50 lbs. of furniture and other objects.
• Prepares requisition forms and orders supplies.
• Performs graffiti abatement, which may involve the safe use of current methods of surface preparation. Knowledge of protecting storm drains.
• Has training for setting up ladders, and/or scaffolding following all safety procedures. Has training and experience working on multiple types of lifts including Telescopic Boom Lifts, Cherry Pickers, and Scissor lifts.
• Uses and applies finishes for the different types of locations Citywide in a safe and
• Provides estimates to clients/customers.
• Schedules and communicates project status utilizing both written and verbal skills.
• Performs inspections of construction materials for proper installation and acceptance of paint preparations.
• Arranges walk throughs with client departments and contractual painters.
• Collects quotes and arranges start date with client departments.
• inspections of paint projects, safety and quality performed by painting contractors at Citywide facilities.

Incumbents are expected to work independently and exercise judgment and initiative. Incumbents should possess ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects heavier weights up to 50 pounds, in all cases with the use of proper equipment.

Minimum Qualifications
Education: Completion of high school, General Educational Development (G.E.D.) Certificate, or California Proficiency Certificate.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a journey-level painter.

Licenses: Possession of a valid California driver\'s license.

Physical requirement: Ability to lift heavy weights up to 50 pounds.

Other Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.

• Job Expertise: The knowledge of and experience in painting preparation procedures and methods, painting application methods and techniques, and paint compounds and mixing techniques. Knowledge of and experience with special coatings and/or the tools required to prepare and/or apply such coatings.
• Project Management: Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.
• Communication Skills: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.
• Leadership: Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational support and direction.
• Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills: Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
• Customer Service: Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customer’s needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.
• Decision Making: Identifies and understands issues, problems and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
• Flexibility: Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment.

Selection Process:
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant\'s training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

Additional Information:
Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email [e-mail] and we will research the status of your application.

AI and the Hiring Process
We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning, research, and professional growth. We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials, live assessments, and interviews. However, we value authenticity, accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation, it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensures fairness, transparency, and equity for all applicants in the hiring process.