Job Type
Full-time
Description
Responsibilities
- Prepare walls and ceilings for painting by patching holes, repairing drywall, sanding rough spots, scraping peeling paint, and applying appropriate primers to stained or damaged surfaces.
- Protect floors, cabinets, light fixtures, and other surfaces using drop cloths, plastic coverings, and painter’s tape.
- Apply paint, stain, and sealants to walls, ceilings, doors, baseboards, and trim using brushes and rollers.
- Complete painting projects with consistent coverage, clean edges, and a professional finish.
- Perform general apartment repairs, including minor carpentry, caulking, and repairs or replacement of doors, trim, blinds, screens, and hardware.
- Inspect vacant apartments, identify needed repairs, and complete assigned work to meet move-in deadlines.
- Keep work areas clean, properly maintain tools and supplies, and remove debris when work is complete.
- Communicate repair needs and project updates to the property manager or maintenance supervisor.
Requirements
Qualifications
- 2–3 years of professional painting experience required, preferably in apartments, multifamily housing, or residential properties.
- General maintenance experience beyond painting (Example: basic plumbing, carpentry, and apartment repairs)
- Strong knowledge of drywall repair, surface preparation, primers, and paint application.
- Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and ladders.
- Attention to detail and the ability to complete quality work efficiently.
- Ability to perform the physical duties of the position, including standing, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and moving supplies, with or without reasonable accommodation.