Working Title: Painter
Job Class: Painter
Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
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Job ID: 95828
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Location: Hastings
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Telework Eligible: No
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Full/Part Time: Full-Time
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Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
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Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
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Date Posted: 07/25/2026
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Closing Date: 08/10/2026
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Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota Veterans Home - Hastings Domiciliary / AFSCME
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Division/Unit: Minnesota Veterans Hom - Hastings Maintenance
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Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 7:00am-3:30pm
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Days of Work: Monday - Friday
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Travel Required: No
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Salary Range: $29.65 - $34.16 / hourly; $61,909 - $71,326 / annually
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Classified Status: Classified
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Bargaining Unit/Union: 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor / AFSCME
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Work Area: Minnesota Veterans Home - Hastings Maintenance
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FLSA Status: Nonexempt
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Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Find your purpose in state service and make a difference in the lives of our Great Minnesota Veterans!
Earn a competitive wage, have affordable healthcare and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, free parking, and more!
The incumbent of this position will paint and do related work for the efficient care and upkeep of the Hastings Veterans Home.
The Minnesota Veterans Home in Hastings is a Domiciliary (DOM) which is an independent living community for Veterans. It provides a supportive environment that fosters a stable, healthy, and meaningful life for Veterans. Our rewarding program helps Veterans with their clinical, mental, chemical, and physical needs, and has the capacity to serve 195 Veterans between the Hastings and Minneapolis campuses. We offer a creative, fun, collaborative, and stimulating work environment that encourages professional growth.
The Hastings DOM is located in the southeast metro with connecting highways for an easy commute. The beautiful 128-acre wooded campus includes mature oaks and pines, nature trails and biking paths overlooking the Vermillion River.
Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select Link
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these qualifications will be considered for this position.
To qualify, one of the three following requirements must be met:
- Approved apprenticeship (6000 hours) in painting; OR
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Three (3) years of experience as a painter, including commercial or residential work preparing and painting a variety of surfaces; OR
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One (1) school year of a vocational or trade school painting program AND two (2) years of experience as a painter as described below.
Qualifying painting experience includes the following:
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Knowledge of standard painting practices, techniques, materials and tools sufficient to requisition and select supplies and material, and apply them to complete painting and decorating projects.
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Knowledge of construction plans and painting specifications sufficient to interpret, modify, and follow them to complete painting and decorating projects.
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Knowledge of shop math sufficient to estimate labor and material costs for planned projects.
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Skill in using hand tools (e.g. brushes, rollers, scrapers) and power equipment (e.g. spray guns, sanders) sufficient to prepare, cover and decorate interior and exterior surfaces of State buildings, structures, woodwork, and furniture.
- Five (5) years of experience as a painter, including commercial or residential work preparing and painting a variety of surfaces.
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Knowledge of other skilled trades duties such as Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC.
This position requires successful completion of the following:
- A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position. When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
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A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) Screening or Chest X-Ray is required prior to employment.
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Employment reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
If you have questions about this position, contact Sarah Nietfeld at [email protected] or 612-210-3567.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Sarah Nietfeld at [email protected].
Per M.S. 43A.111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans. To be considered, you must be included on a US armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%. Official written documentation of this disability dated no more than one-year preceding the date of application must be submitted. Please email the documentation, your DD214, and the job posting ID number to Sarah Nietfeld at [email protected] no later than the job posting closing date.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
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Connection with their coworkers and communities
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Opportunities for personal and professional growth
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
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Diabetes care
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Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
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Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
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Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
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Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
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Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
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Training, classes, and professional development
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Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
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A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
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Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
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Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] and let us know the support you need.
