Painter Helper (Non-Union)

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VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Does not apply to Charter Appointment, provisional, seasonal, temporary, or part-time non-union selections To apply for Veterans' Preference, the applicant must attach the required documents when submitting their application. Scan and combine all documents into one file before uploading it to the Attachments section of the application. Submitting this information is optional, but preference points cannot be awarded without it. Points are only awarded if the applicant passes all exams and submits all required documents to Human Resources.

OPEN SELECTIONS

Veteran Required Documents:

DD214 or DD215 ("Member-4" copy) showing honorable discharge.

Disabled Veteran Required Documents:

DD214 or DD215 ("Member-4" copy) showing honorable discharge; U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (USDVA) Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater, dated within the past 12 months.

Spouse of Disabled Veteran Required Documents:

Marriage certificate; DD214 or DD215 ("Member-4" copy) showing honorable discharge; USDVA Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater, dated within the past 12 months.

Eligibility:

The applicant must currently be married to the veteran; The veteran must meet the minimum qualifications for the position but be unable to use the preference because of a service-connected disability. The applicant must explain this in their response to the related question in the Agency Questions section of the application.

Spouse of Deceased Veteran Required Documents:

Marriage certificate; Death certificate; DD214 or DD215 ("Member-4" copy) showing honorable discharge; USDVA Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater.

Eligibility:

The applicant must not have remarried; The veteran must have died during active duty or as a result of an injury received during active duty.

PROMOTIONAL OR INTERNAL SELECTIONS

Points are only awarded to Disabled Veteran's score one time, on first promotional or internal only selection process after securing City employment.

Disabled Veteran Required Documents:

DD214 or DD215 ("Member-4" copy) showing honorable discharge; USDVA Disability Rating Decision showing a service-connected disability rating of 50% or greater, dated within the past 12 months. Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional information about Veterans' Preference. 01 Are you age 18 or older? Yes No 02 Which best describes your driver's license status? Valid MN Class D or equivalent Valid MN Commercial Class C or equivalent Valid MN Commercial Class B or equivalent Valid MN Commercial Class A or equivalent No valid driver's license 03 Describe your experience with the preparation and painting of various objects. 04 I understand that this is a non-bargaining unit position that does not qualify for employee benefits. Yes No Required Question Employer City of Duluth Address 411 W 1st St Duluth, Minnesota, 55802 Phone 218-730-5210 Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email Employment Opportunities Account Privacy Policy Terms Of Use Your Privacy Choices Accessibility Statement Copyright © 2026 Do not sell my personal information × For California residents, and to the extent NEOGOV sells your personal information as the term "sell" is defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information by us to third parties at any time. This setting only applies to registered account holders that have opted-in for an Access Membership. If you wish to opt-out click follow these steps: Log into your Job Seeker Profile Click your name in the upper right-hand corner Select Account Settings Select the Preferences section Click the Edit button next to Access Membership Switch Toggle to off Click Save If you do not have a registered account this setting does not apply, however, you can review your right on our privacy policy . If you require further assistance, please email privacy@neogov.com × Accessibility Statement At Governmentjobs.com, Inc. d/b/a NEOGOV, we recognize the importance of making our products and services accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities, and are continually working to improve the experience for all users. Commitment to Accessibility We are committed to following best practices, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, to the extent feasible, however, we do not warrant compliance with these standards or any other accessibility standards. We are continually enhancing our platforms to ensure greater accessibility, and we actively seek out opportunities to improve accessibility features. Ongoing Enhancements Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are regularly updating our technology, services, and content to address accessibility barriers. Our team is dedicated to identifying areas for improvement and making enhancements that allow all users, regardless of their abilities, to fully engage with our services. Feedback and Assistance We value feedback from our users. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our services or have suggestions on how we can improve, please reach out to us at accessibility@neogov.com. We will make every effort to resolve any concerns and consider alternative options where possible. Thank you for choosing NEOGOV. We remain dedicated to improving accessibility and creating an inclusive experience for all. City of Duluth Career Pages Employment Opportunities Menu Close Menu City of Duluth Career Pages Employment Opportunities Internal and Promotional Opportunities Job Posting Notifications Job Descriptions/Class Specifications Applying for a Job with the City of Duluth Job Selection Process Information Job Physical Demands/Work Environment Analysis Human Resources - Employment webpage Veteran's Preference Information City of Duluth website Help & Support