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Painter - Denver Parks and Recreation

City and County of Denver, Denver, CO, United States


Painter

The City and County of Denver's Department of Parks and Recreation - Building Maintenance is seeking one full time Painter to join their team. The Painter position is responsible for both the interior and exterior facility painting needs for Denver Parks and Recreation and is a dedicated member of a team focusing on maintenance of all structures, trails, and hardscape within Denver's park system. As a Painter you will: Maintain repair, and remodel painting on a variety of facility surfaces using various painting tools, equipment and painting application techniques Apply paints, varnishes, stains, enamels and lacquers to walls, floors, woodwork and fixtures using appropriate tools and techniques Respond to service calls by assessing needs and providing solutions Provide estimates for labor, equipment, materials and overall cost Prepare, clean, and maintain all painting tools and equipment Prepare surfaces prior to paint application Mix paint and other materials to prepare the right color or texture Maintain records and prepare daily activity reports Participate in sign making and refurbishing, stenciling, and exterior striping Layout and install pavement markings in parking lots Participate in graffiti removal May perform basic traffic control lane closures May participate in snow removal activities Perform other general related duties as assigned We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level. Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics: Experience in ADA requirements in layout and marking of parking lots and cross walks as well as using different types of stripers Knowledge of materials and methods used in pavement marking Experience installing and making signs per ADA requirements Experience making and using stencils for hardscape marking Great attention to detail Excellent verbal and written communication Required Minimum Qualifications: Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate Experience Requirement: Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program in the painting trade. Or three (3) years of maintenance painting experience Education/Experience Equivalency: Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements Licensure: Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment. Application Deadline: This position is expected to stay open until Wednesday April 8th, 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than Wednesday April 8th, 2026 at 11:59 PM MST.