Title: Painter - CR647

State Role Title: Trades Technician III

Hiring Range: $50,000 - $55,000

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Department of General Services (DGS)

Location: Washington Building 

Agency Website: dgs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of General Services' (DGS) Division of Capitol Square Services (DCSS) is a customer-focused organization whose primary function is to provide a quality environment for the approximately 75 state agencies that occupy the facilities overseen by DGS. DCSS provides its customers effective and timely operational, maintenance, and repair services, as well as manages capital outlay projects and provides professional services contracts for statewide public body use.

DCSS is responsible for over 40 buildings and 20 parking facilities and operates and maintains about 6.45 million square feet of buildings and grounds at the seat of government to include the Governor's Mansion, the Virginia Capitol and Capitol Square.

The Painter supports the preservation, appearance, and safety of the State Capitol Square Complex and other buildings by performing skilled painting, finishing, and surface‑repair work across historic and modern facilities. This position ensures that interior and exterior building surfaces are properly maintained, protected, and visually consistent with state standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare interior and exterior surfaces by cleaning, sanding, patching, caulking, and priming.
  
• Apply paint, stain, varnish, epoxy, and specialty coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
  
• Conduct routine inspections of painted surfaces to identify deterioration, moisture issues, cracking, or peeling.
  
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance to extend the life of building materials and finishes.
  
• Assist with showing projects to contractors, ensuring projects are completed correctly and meet job specifications.
  
• Assist with painting needs for special events, legislative sessions, and high‑visibility functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Virginia Driver's License
• Experience performing skilled painting work with application of various types of wall coverings and coatings.
• Ability to properly prepare surfaces for paint or wallpaper.
• Knowledge of surface preparation, finishing techniques, and proper use of painting tools and equipment.
• Ability to work safely on ladders, scaffolding, and lifts.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and product specifications.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move equipment and materials up to 50 lbs. as required for the job.
• Ability to work at heights and in various environmental conditions.

Additional Considerations

• Experience working in historic buildings or government facilities.
• Familiarity with maintenance management systems for work orders and preventative maintenance.
• Training or certification in OSHA safety standards, scaffolding, or lift operation.
• Experience with specialty coatings, restoration work, or decorative finishes.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity.

Please be sure that all of your relevant qualifications and considerations are specifically addressed in your submitted application and/or resume. Online applications should be submitted via jobs.virginia.gov. Fax, e-mail, or mail applications will not be accepted. For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office jobs@dgs.virginia.gov or 804-786-3910. 

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application has been successfully submitted. Applications will continue to be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received, but this position may be closed at any time after five (5) business days. Please refer to the “Your Application” page in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at 804-786-3910 for assistance.   

Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. DGS will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

The selected candidate must pass a [fingerprint-based] criminal background check.

Applicants that indicate they have preferential hiring rights in the form of a yellow form or blue card must submit these to our office prior to the closing of the posting, in accordance with DHRM policy 1.30. Please note that only current and former employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia that will be or have been laid off are eligible for preferential hiring rights.

The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer and a proud Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified employer. Individuals from minoritized groups, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and individuals with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Name: DGS Human Resources

Phone: (804) 784- 3910

Email: jobs@dgs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.