Maintenance Technician​/Painter in Syracuse

Job Description Job Description

We are seeking a skilled, proactive, and detail-oriented
Maintenance Technician
with a strong concentration in
drywall repair, wall finishing, and high-quality painting
to maintain our residential and commercial portfolio.

This is an active, field-based trade role. While we utilize specialized licensed mechanical contractors and service agreements for major repairs, we need an in-house technician who takes pride in the details—delivering clean turnover finishes, executing general trade repairs, mounting fixtures, and serving as our first line of diagnostic defense on site.

We are looking for someone with true pride in workmanship who leaves zero mess behind, catches details others miss, and delivers durable, seamless finishes every single time.

• Drywall Repair & Seamless Finishing:Expertise in patching, taping, mudding, blending, and sanding to a completely smooth, ready-to-paint finish.

• High-End Painting:Skilled in interior/exterior cut-in painting, rolling, surface prep, trim painting, and full unit turnover repaints with clean lines and zero overspray/drips.

• Hardware & Fixture Mounting:Precise installation of door hardware (knobs, deadbolts, hinges, closers) and secure wall accessories (towel bars, mirrors, shelving, grab bars) using proper anchor systems.

• Door Adjustments:Ability to install, hang, and adjust interior/exterior doors to ensure smooth operation.

• Issue Diagnosis & Mitigation:Ability to quickly assess an on-site issue and take immediate corrective action (e.g., in the event of a pipe leak, knowing the first priority is locating the shutoff valve, stopping water flow, identifying the cause, and evaluating severity).

• Communication & Vendor Escalation:Clearly reporting findings to the Property Management Office and knowing when/how to communicate with specialized trade contractors (such as calling in a licensed plumber or HVAC technician when an issue exceeds in-house scope).

• Building Systems Literacy:Working diagnostic understanding of core building infrastructure, including hydronic boilers, furnaces, basic electrical components (switches, fixtures, outlets), and plumbing setups.

• Proactive Problem-Solving:Ability to anticipate issues before they escal, troubleshoot on-site challenges, and keep worksites neat and organized.

• Budget & Material Awareness:Conscious of material waste, efficient time management, and project scopes.

• Versatility:Comfortable with varied tasks—from clearing basement debris to applying high-end finish paint coats in a newly turned apartment.

• Driver's License & Transport:Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record and reliable personal vehicle/truck to travel between local property sites.

• Background Check:Must be able to pass a standard pre-employment background check.

• Emergency Availability:Willingness to participate in occasional after-hours urgent/emergency response.

• Professionalism:Punctual, organized, respectful of tenant spaces, and a clear communicator.

• Competitive Pay:$23.00 – $27.00 per hour based on trade experience and finishing quality.

• Flexible Scheduling:Full-Time or Part-Time options available.

• Supportive Environment:Work directly with responsive leadership that values quality craft and treats tradespeople with respect.