Apartment Painter

Apartment Painter

Base pay range: $18.00/hr – $20.00/hr

The responsibilities of the Painter position are detailed below. In this role, the individual should maintain a positive rapport with co‑workers, residents, and provide a high level of detailed follow‑up with the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Executive Director. The Painter should display a proactive, positive attitude and perform all job functions as described below.

• Painting interiors using a spray compressor or brush applied latex
• Painting exterior doors with a roller or brush
• Climbing stairs or working from a ladder
• Making drywall repairs, taping and sanding
• Caulking, masking and papering in preparation for paint
• Lifting paint containers (5 gallons or more) and compressor equipment
• Handling paint thinner and other chemicals
• Pressure washing exterior surfaces
• Maintaining equipment such as compressors, hoses, spray guns, brushes and drop cloths
• Operating carpet cleaning equipment when needed
• Knowledge of using hand tools (putty knives, razor knives, scraper, screwdriver, etc.) safely and efficiently
• Coordinate paint schedule with supervisor, techs, housekeeper, carpet cleaner and office staff to ensure the apartment is ready by deadline
• Safely operate golf cart
• Follow all safe workplace rules and practices in order to prevent on‑the‑job injuries

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends
• Ability to apply sound decision‑making
• Ability to demonstrate teamwork by assisting co‑workers
• Ability to communicate professionally and adapt interpersonal skills to a variety of audiences
• Must have a valid Driver’s License

• Stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers to handle, feel or grip, and reach with hands and arms while performing standard duties.
• Frequently required to climb stairs, walk, talk, hear, and drive a golf cart while on the property.
• Kneeling, squatting, bending, overhead reaching, stretching, twisting, climbing stairs and lifting up to 75 pounds.
• Frequently use common office equipment, telephone, computer, keyboard, mouse, two‑way radio, and variety of different keys.

• Full‑time position;
  Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• 96 hours PTO accrued in first year of service
• 136 hours of PTO after two years and above
• 176 hours of PTO after 7 years or more
• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance available after 60‑day waiting period
• Background screening required
• 90‑day probationary period

Mahaffey Apartment Company and Carlton Arms of South Lakeland are Equal Opportunity Employers. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to add to or modify the duties and/or responsibilities of the Painter position at any time.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

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