Painter

Painter JobID: 1544

Position Type:

Maintenance/Custodial

Date Posted:

5/29/2025

Location:

Board of Education - Central Services

Date Available:

ASAP

Closing Date:

06/05/2025

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MAY 29, 2025

VACANCY: PAINTER

EFFECTIVE: ASAP

REPORTS TO: Director of Facilities

QUALIFICATIONS:

Thorough knowledge and understanding of, and demonstrated experience in, the practices and procedures associated with the professional painting trades -- both interior and exterior. This includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

• Preparation of surfaces to be painted
• A thorough understanding of the proper paints, finishes and other products to be

used in various situations and on various surfaces

• Application of various types of paints, varnishes and finishes and other

surfacing products

• Taping, plastering and caulking
• Mixing of paints epoxies and other types of surfacing products
• Estimating labor hours and material needs for completing specific projects
• Ability to perform basic carpentry tasks associated with painting. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
• Power-washing exterior surfaces
• The usage of scissor lifts, scaffolding, ladders and working on large projects
• Removing and reinstalling door hardware, electrical plates, etc.
• Removing and reinstalling blinds and shades, bulletin boards, and other

miscellaneous items

• Patching holes, etc.

Ability to communicate with others, both in writing and orally and through a work order system

Ability to order and track supplies

Ability to work unsupervised

Ability to plan and schedule work and to coordinate with other trades (carpenters, electricians, etc.)

Ability to work with others

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, completing various painting projects throughout the district in a professional and workmanlike manner with minimal supervision. At times, the position might coordinate and/or oversee the work of contracted painting companies or temporary/summer painters.

Plowing snow is mandatory.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Per Contract between The Darien Board of Education and Darien School Maintenance Association

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Internal applicants (current employees of the Darien Public Schools in any capacity) must submit an Internal Applicant application via Applitrack, including uploading a current resume and cover letter, to www.darienps.org, District Information, Departments, Human Resources, Employment Opportunities.

External applicants must submit an electronic application via Applitrack: www.darienps.org, District Information, Departments, Human Resources, Employment Opportunities. Supporting documentation, such as a cover letter, resume, and letters of recommendation, must be uploaded to the electronic application. Paper and emailed application materials will not be accepted.

NOT LATER THAN JUNE 5, 2025

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Darien Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons and equal access to Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. Darien Public Schools does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws. The Darien Public Schools does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction. Inquiries regarding Darien Public Schools nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Marjorie B. Cion, Director of Human Resources, ... ..., Board of Education Offices, 35 Leroy Avenue, Darien, CT 06820