Painter (Residential Apartments)
Austin, TX Maintenance
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Multifamily Communities | Hourly Pay + Commission

Are you a skilled painter who takes pride in clean finishes, efficient work, and making spaces look brand new? Want the opportunity to increase your earnings based on your productivity? We’re looking for a Painter to join our team and take ownership of unit turns and community-wide painting projects.


What You’ll Do

  • Complete make-ready unit painting (walls, trim, doors, touch-ups) 
  • Perform drywall repairs, patching, sanding, and textured finishes 
  • Handle interior and exterior painting projects, including common areas 
  • Maintain curb appeal by painting curbs, fencing, signage, and other surfaces 
  • Ensure all units and projects meet move-in ready standards 
  • Assist with unit rehabs and light carpentry work as needed 

Why You’ll Love It Here

  • Hourly base pay + commission per completed paint job 
  • The more units you complete, the more you earn 
  • Steady, year-round work across multiple communities 
  • Independence in your day with support from a strong maintenance team 
  • Opportunity to expand into broader maintenance or leadership roles

Position Details

  • Full-time, non-exempt role 
  • Hourly pay + commission structure
  • Multi-site position (travel required ~25–50%) 
  • On-call availability as needed 
  • Must have basic tools (specialty tools provided)

If you’re a painter who wants consistent work, control over your earnings, and the ability to see the results of your work every day—this is the opportunity for you. 


Lion Real Estate Group - BENEFITS OFFERED:

  • Medical Insurance (77% of employee/dependent premium paid by Lion)
  • Dental Insurance (99% of employee premium paid by Lion)
  • Vision Insurance (99% of employee premium paid by Lion)
  • Voluntary Plans including Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (6% Company Match)
  • Paid Time Off Policies:
    • Vacation
    • Sick Leave
    • Bereavement Leave
    • Holidays (New Years Day, MLK Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Volunteer Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Rewards Program
Requirements

What We’re Looking For 

  • 2+ years of professional painting experience required 
  • Multifamily/apartment experience strongly preferred 
  • Strong drywall repair and finishing skills 
  • Basic carpentry skills required (advanced skills a plus) 
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple units/deadlines 
  • High attention to detail and pride in quality work 
  • Reliable transportation and ability to travel between properties
Salary Description
Hourly Base ($17-18/hour) plus Commissions!