Painter

Position Number: 50021943 /  
Department: Operations - Loyola
Grade: Painter
Campus: Loyola (NDG)

Salary: $32.86 per hour
Union/Association/HR Policy: STTMC-LOY(CSN)

Posting deadline: February 26, 2026

Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter expressing their interest and how their profile aligns with the role.

Recognized as one of Montreal’s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.

Be part of a community that addresses society’s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.

As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.

NOTE:  This is a permanent full-time position: 38.75 hours per week (five days a week from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM).

    
SCOPE
Reporting to the Portfolio Supervisor, the incumbent prepares surfaces to be painted, paints, varnishes, and stains. They mix dyes, paint, and other substances that are used on interior and exterior surfaces of buildings.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Prepare and apply base and finishing coats on various surfaces (walls, ceilings, architectural elements) and on various compositions (metal, wood, and plaster).
•    Prepare and mix paint, dyes and other protective substances; blend colors.
•    Use detergents for the cleaning of surfaces to be painted.
•    Repair cracks or other defects of this nature on surfaces; prepare and apply putty or plaster on surfaces.
•    Remove coatings with the aid of remover, scraper, hot iron, torch, or other appropriate tools or substances.
•    Paint with paint-gun, roller, or brush; apply stains, dyes, or other appropriate substances.
•    Verify and inspect assigned areas.
•    Complete forms and routine reports using a computer.
•    Perform other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS
•    Vocational Studies Diploma (DEP) in Building Painting, with two years of relevant work experience.
•    Basic knowledge (Level 3) of spoken English and French.
•    Good interpersonal skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
•    Ability to work at heights.
•    Will require use of respiratory protection and enrollment in the University’s Respiratory Protection Program.
•    Enrollment in the University’s Hearing Conservation Program will be required.
•    Have physical ability to frequently lift/carry/move without assistance up to 23 kg (50 lbs.) and occasionally lift/carry/move with assistance up to and above 45 kg (100 lbs.).

Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.

Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.

IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.

Territorial Acknowledgement
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

Employment Equity
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.

Accessibility
Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, [email protected]

Immigration Status
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.