Painter

Non Instructional/Operations - Painter Craftsman

Job Number

Start Date

Open Date 07/22/2026

Closing Date 08/28/2026

General Definition of Work

The painter, under general supervision, performs skill-based work with minimal decision-making discretion painting the interior and exteriors of furniture, equipment, and buildings. Employee performs district-level work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the Supervisor, Maintenance Operations I.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Hourly NC 07/ Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Supervisor, Maintenance Operations I

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte
- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Prepare new and previously painted surfaces for painting, staining, varnishing and finishing by water blasting, stripping, sanding, patching, puttying, priming and cleaning
• Apply paint, stains, varnishes, lacquers and other protective and decorative coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment
• Paint a variety of structures and equipment including exterior and interior building surfaces, floors, furniture, equipment
• Operate a variety of machines including spray guns, air compressors, pressure washers, texture machines, sand blasters, disk sanders and taping machines
• Erect scaffolding and rigging; spread drop cloths where necessary
• Remove graffiti using water and various chemicals
• Mix paint and match colors; clean brushes and other tools and materials
• Perform quality control inspections of contracted services
• Safely operate a district fleet vehicle to travel to assigned job sites, ensuring compliance with all traffic laws and company driving policies
• Maintain the vehicle in clean, orderly, and serviceable condition, promptly reporting any maintenance needs, damage, or safety concerns
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Teacher Scale N

Term 12 Month

Additional Job Information

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and ability to provide own transportation to/from work
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Work requires medium/heavy exertion of 10-25 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally. Prolonged standing, frequent lifting (must be able to lift and/or carry weight of up to 60 pounds), carry, push, pull, or move objects
• Work regularly requires the exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
• Ability to move to other work locations
• Visual acuity requires frequent near and occasional far acuity
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through verbal communications
• Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)
• Requires the ability to interact with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
• Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress

In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte - Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.