Painter/ General Maintenance

Openings : Up to two Jurisdiction: CUPE Local 21

Corporate Services

Facilities & Fleet

Facilities Maintenance

Type of Posting: Employment Type : Permanent

Hourly Salary: $33.45- $37.26 as Journeyperson, $30.35- $31.23 as Tradesperson

Date Posted : We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and Métis Nation, honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, people of color, 2SLGBTQIAP+ individuals of all genders, persons of disabilities, and members of equity-seeking communities, to apply.

This employee will apply Journeyperson Painter and Decorator skills and knowledge to prepare surfaces and apply paint, wallpaper, other protective coatings and decorative finishes to buildings, swimming pools, spray pools, ice surfaces, beams and structures, furniture, equipment, machinery, signage and other components of City facilities. however, work priorities are established in consultation with the Foreman-Painters. Assignments are generally in the form of work orders and/or oral instructions but may be accompanied by detailed written instructions, sketches, drawings, specifications, maintenance schedules, etcetera. Work is subject to inspection in progress and upon completion. A Journeyperson Painter and Decorator may be required to supervise other tradespeople.

Prepares surfaces, applies paint and other protective coatings and applies wallpaper and other decorative finishes to buildings and objects.

Prepares and washes surfaces with soap and water, T. Applies paint, epoxies, rubber paints, varnish, stain enamel or lacquer to decorate and protect interior and exterior surfaces of buildings.

Positions and erects ladders, scaffolding units, suspended platforms and seats to reach places inaccessible from ground levels.

Selects premixed paints or stains. Prepares paints or stains to match specified colors by mixing required portions of pigment, oil or thinning and drying additives. Applies paint or stain to furniture, fixtures, equipment, machinery and the interior and exterior of buildings (walls, ceilings, doors, window frames and trim) using hand, mechanical applicators or spray equipment.

Covers walls and ceilings of buildings with decorative wallpaper or natural and synthetic fabrics, lays out and paints letters, figures and designs on sign boards or glass.

Reads drawings and specifications to determine material and installation requirements.

Estimates quantity and quality of material required for the work and requisitions material and maintains a stock of equipment and parts.

Arranges for sub-contract work as required and inspects the work of sub-contractors to ensure conformance with specifications and quality standards.

Prepares or participates in the preparation of project cost estimates.

Completion of Grade twelve (12) and Journeyman Certification in the related trade area.

Thorough knowledge of the standard methods, materials, tools and equipment relevant to the assigned trade.

Extensive knowledge of painting and decorating materials, techniques, equipment, and surface preparation methods, including specialized coatings like epoxies and rubber paints.

Skilled in mixing, matching, and applying paints and finishes to various surfaces with precision, ensuring smoothness, even coverage, and high-quality visual results.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications, plan projects, prepare cost estimates, and maintain detailed work records.

May be required to work shift work and is subject to call-out when a problem arises in his/her field of expertise.

Successful candidates may be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy.

At City of Regina, we offer competitive compensation, health and wellness benefits, and growth through educational support and in-house courses. If you’re passionate about public service and making a difference, apply now!

Note: Only applications submitted via our online application system are accepted