Painter Journeyperson - Temporary

Internal Close Date: October 20, 2026 Grade Level:N/A Salary: $47.20 per hour Salary Note: Starting pay rates are ultimately determined by the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity.

New employees typically start in the lower half of range, but experts in their field may be considered for starting pay rates in the top half of the range.

Department/Location: AMP 7- 3121 Pillsbury Ave S Summary The primary purpose of this position is to perform maintenance painting activities and related work for apartments, scattered site dwellings, public spaces, office spaces, and on exterior wood and metal surfaces.

All activities must support the Minneapolis Public Housing Authoritys (MPHA or Authority) mission, vision, and values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work.

Other responsibilities, duties and skills may be required and assigned, as needed.

Tapes and covers surfaces not being painted to protect them.

Cleans and prepares surfaces to be painted by washing, sanding, scraping, or grinding.

Fills holes and cracks with spackle, plaster, or taping mud to provide smooth surface.

Mixes paints and products to be used; primes, paints, and/or varnishes surface with a brush, roller, or spray gun.

Cleans job location upon completion of job; moves furniture and equipment into place.

Removes contact paper and wallpaper; removes mirrors, strips woodwork, and pressure washes.

Orders paint and related supplies as required; organizes supplies and work areas.

Maintains logs and records of work performed, including work orders and vehicle maintenance.

Attends and participates in staff meetings as required.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Behavioral Competencies MPHA expects all employees to exhibit the following behavioral skills: Customer Service: Meets/exceeds the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; identifies, understands, monitors, and measures the needs of both internal and external customers; talks and acts with customers in mind; and recognizes working colleagues as customers.

Commitment: Sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works hard/smart to achieve them; strives for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and brings issues to closure; and persists despite obstacles and opposition.

Effective Communication: Employee is prepared, clear, concise, and organized in all facets of communication in order to fully establish understanding.

Actively listens and understands the audience to adapt message appropriately.

Communicates information with appropriate personnel in a timely manner.

Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

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