Red Seal Painter

It is acknowledged that the Quesnel School District operates on the Traditional Territory of the Lhtako Dene Nation.  The School District serves about 2900 students with one grade 10-12 secondary school, a grade 8-9 junior school, a secondary alternate school and 12 elementary schools.   The district has a K-12 French Immersion program, an Indigenous Education Department and a Learning Services Department.

The population of Quesnel and surrounding area is approximately 25,000. The average price for a house is $202,325. In addition to retail outlets, Quesnel has an airport with service to Vancouver.  The area has a number of outdoor activities such as both downhill and cross-country skiing, fishing, hunting, hiking and a nine-kilometer walking trail in the city around the Fraser River.   There are a number of organized sports and cultural organizations.  In addition to two arenas, a recreation centre, and a curling rink, Quesnel has an indoor soccer facility that is used year-round.

We invite applications for the position of:

Red Seal Painter

Required Knowledge, Education, Ability and Skills:

• Certification as a Red Seal Painter
• Sound knowledge of paints and experience in their applications
• Ability to prepare surfaces for painting, apply paint, varnish, stain, enamel or lacquer to interior and exterior surfaces using brushes, rollers and spray equipment
• Ability to mix required portions of pigments, oils and other additives to paints
• Knowledge and ability to sign fabrication and installation
• Methods used in the operation and maintenance of brushes and equipment
• Painting safety practices, including the rigging and use of scaffolds
• Skill in the use of airless sprayers and spray techniques
• Class 5 Drivers’ License – drivers abstract
• Ability to perform required duties with minimal supervision
• Maintain accurate records and document actions taken
• Excellent communication skills when dealing with staff, students and the public

The successful applicant would become members of CUPE Local 4990.

Days and hours:  8 hrs/day (7:30am to 4:00pm)

Rate of Pay:  $35.71 per hour

Job Commences:  ASAP

All applications are to include a covering letter, resume, names of at least 3 supervisory/professional references, supporting documents (e.g. confirmation of Grade 12 completion, relevant post secondary certificates, diplomas and transcripts, certifications).  Successful applicants must complete a Criminal Record Check.

Applications are to be submitted to the undersigned no later than 4:00 p.m., Monday, May 6, 2024:

Wanda Klics, Director of Instruction – Human Resources

401 North Star Road, Quesnel, B.C.  V2J 5K2

Fax: 992-0409 Email: 

Please direct enquiries to

The District appreciates the interest of all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Quesnel School District is an equal opportunity employer. See the original posting on Make a Future at: