Painter

Join us! The City of St. Paul Public Works Department is hiring a painter. This position work from 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Public Works location of 899 Dale St N, St Paul, MN 55103. Hours may vary occasionally based on seasonal needs.

Here's what you can expect to do in the role:

• Painting Work: Performs tasks such as staining, varnishing, finishing, lacquering, enameling, and calcimining on both the exterior and interior surfaces of buildings.
• Paint Mixing: Mixes a variety of materials, including paints, sizes, varnishes, enamels, lacquers, varnish removers, silk screen inks, and clear coats to achieve desired finishes.
• Surface Preparation: Prepares surfaces for painting by sanding, brushing, or using steel wool. Removes old paint using tools such as paint remover, scrapers, wire brushes, blowtorches, sandblasters, or water blasters.
• Additional Duties: Performs other related tasks in Right of Way under various traffic conditions.

For more information and essential functions, see our Painter job description.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job. 

High School Diploma and possession of a certificate evidencing the completion of training as an apprentice painter or four (4) years of experience as a journey-level painter.

Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license. 

Must have industrial experience in areas such as sandblasters/water blasters, enamels, epoxies, zinc oxides, blast tips, and proper removal of lead paint.

1. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide.

Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.

Unclassified Position: This is an UNCLASSIFIED position and is therefore not governed by City Civil Service Rules. 

Selection Process: Applicants who meet the criteria and requirements stated on the job posting will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.

Final Selection Process: You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening: This position may require a medical examination, driver’s license check, drug test, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. 

Human Resources Contact Information:  

Michelle LeBow at 651-266-6519

Email: michelle.lebow@stpaul.gov

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Salary : $92,874 - $99,848