Painter

General Information

This is skilled work at the journeyman level in painting building interiors and exteriors.

• MOBILE COUNTY $45,774 - $73,177
• CITY OF MOBILE $38,575 - $61,668
• CITY OF CHICKASAW $25,980 - $40,296
• MOBILE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT $39,471 - $63,101
• MOBILE HOUSING AUTHORITY $41,470 - $66,296
• Amended 10/11/2025

Minimum Qualification Requirements: Graduation from a standard senior high school or the successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test, completion of a trade school or apprenticeship program in painting, and a minimum of one year journeyman level painting experience; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

Special Requirements: Must possess a valid driver’s license from state of residence.

Painter I is a skilled work in painting building interiors and exteriors. For details, please refer to the Class Specifications | PAINTER I | Class Spec Details ().

• 10 days annual vacation with accumulation to 35 days (the number of days earned increases based on years in the merit system, with a maximum of 25 days per year for 25 or more years of service)
• 10 days paid annual sick leave with no limit on accumulation
• 12 paid holidays each year (some jurisdictions may vary)
• Group medical plan (most jurisdictions)
• Paid life insurance (in some jurisdictions)
• Retirement plans
• Employee Credit Union
• Promotion by competitive exam
• Periodic review and adjustment of salary rates to be competitive with local employees and to provide cost of living increases
• Opportunities for continuing education and self-development through formalized academic and in-service training programs

The agencies we serve are equal opportunity employers. A person with a disability may request accommodation by contacting the Mobile County Personnel Board at 251‑470‑7727.