Painter

Job Description

Union: CUPE TG 
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: New
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Facilities Management
Reports to: Supervisor, Facilities
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Wage Range: $34.83 - $35.58 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable. 
Shifts: Evening shifts between 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Status: Temporary Full-Time (Up to 6 months)
Closing Date: November 19, 2026

Position Summary

As a integral member of the Facility Management Service, the responsibilities of the PAINTER, include: 

Duties

• Prepare, paint, stain, varnish etc. a diverse array of internal and external surfaces; 
• Repair cracks, holes and other surface imperfections, 
• Sand and apply sealer, as required; 
• Order and stock materials;  
• Maintain the work area in good order; 
• Perform other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned and/or required. 

Qualifications

• At minimum completion of high school plus Painter/Decorator Apprenticeship Program or recognized equivalent. 
• 5,280 hours on-the-job training and 8 weeks (240 hours) of technical training in class each year for three years are required.
• Good physical strength, eyesight and color sense. 
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job including: standing, gripping, kneeling, strength required to move heavy ladders; able to lift 21 kg to 30 kg.  
• Ability to follow routine procedures. 
• Ability to read blueprint and do trade related math (e.g., calculate averages, etc). 
• Ability to operate and calibrate simple machinery/equipment. 
• Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards. 
• Exercise initiative and good judgement with ability to multi-task. 
• Compliance with confidentiality requirements under UHN Privacy Policy.
• Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. 
• Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies.
• Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand.
• May be required to work at multiple areas as well as rotating shifts in emergency situations. 

Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. 

• Competitive offer packages  
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/) 
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service 
• A flexible work environment  
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization 
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.) 

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration. 

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Compensation: 34.83 to 35.58 (CAD) (HOURLY)