Painter- 077718 at Wayne County Government – Romulus, Michigan

Title: Painter- 077718

Job Description

Purpose/Description

Painters perform a variety of journeyman painting work such as preparing surfaces, mixing and matching paints and stains, painting interiors and exteriors, application and knowledge of floor epoxy coatings and other related duties in the Roads Maintenance Division Building Maintenance section.

Responsibilities

Required Tasks

• Painting, prepping, repairing interior and exterior surfaces with various implements.
• Knowledge of paint applications and products.
• Knowledge and use of preparatory supplies and equipment - puttying wooden surfaces, preparing metal and wooden surfaces for painting or staining with a brush or paint gun, washing, scraping, burning and sandpapering surfaces.
• Mix and match paint and stains.
• Painting wooden and metal surfaces with spray gun and brush.
• Drywall mudding and taping.
• Maintenance of equipment.
• Erecting and working from scaffolding - working at heights.
• Proper use of floor epoxy.
• Operating airless prayers, self-contained paint machines and other related equipment.
• Maintain valid state of Michigan driver's license.
• Washing, scraping, burning, sandpapering surfaces for paint preparation.
• Puttying small defects in woodwork.
• Keep a neat and clean work area.
• Refinish furniture.
• Replace broken glass in windows.
• Work under supervision of a Foreperson or Supervisor who makes work assignments and checks working process upon completion.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Educational/Experience Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED; AND
  • At least five years full-time paid experience as a painter (must include washing, scraping, burning, sandpapering surfaces preparatory to painting; painting both the interior and exterior of buildings; panting wooden and metal surfaces with a brush and spray gun; puttying small defects in woodwork; replacing broken glass in windows; refinishing furniture; and erecting and working from scaffolding to paint buildings OR;
  • Completion of a formal apprentice training program for the painter trade.
  • A valid Driver’s license with a safe and acceptable Driving Record (No more than 7 points)

About Us

The Charter County of Wayne

The Charter County of Wayne is Michigan's largest county. We are home to 34 cities and nine townships. From Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families.

Headquartered in Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents' quality of life. Our history is rich and we take pride in being one of the most diverse communities that values culture, arts, and world-class amenities.

Wayne County provides leadership that ensures the County operates efficiently, effectively, and responsibly. We provide transparently while building a stronger County inclusive of collaborations, innovation, and a clear focus on serving our residents.

Administration Focus

Public Health Response

Economic Response

Fiscal Responsibility

Operational Efficiencies

Economic Development

Infrastructure Maintenance & Enhancements

Access to Health Care

Community Support

Homeland Security Emergency Management

Parks & Recreation

Job Info

Job Identification: 517

Posting Date: 04/14/2026, 03:20 PM

Apply Before: 05/31/2026, 04:00 AM

Degree Level: Trade School

Job Schedule: Full time

Job Shift: Day

Location: 29900 Goddard Rd, Romulus, MI, 48174, US