In-House Painter

As a Skilled Painter, you will play a critical role in keeping our properties looking their best. In addition to painting, you'll be responsible for make-ready work, which includes preparing apartments for new residents by completing minor repairs, cleaning, and ensuring all units are move-in ready.

• Perform high-quality interior and exterior painting.
• Prepare surfaces for painting by filling holes, priming walls, ext.
• Conduct general make-ready tasks, including minor repairs, installations, and ensuring units are functional.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to address additional repair needs across the property.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols.
• Assists in trash pickup on the property.
• Assists in all types of maintenance, when necessary and as requested.
• Assists in completing the turnovers/make-readies of vacant units, as requested.
• On-call may be requested or needed for snow removal and emergencies if applicable.
• Complete all duties regarding make-ready/vacant units.
• Assists in maintaining inventory of tools, equipment and supplies.
• Replace burned light bulbs, broken globes, etc. in units and throughout the exterior of the property, as needed.
• Observes the condition of the apartment and reports any unusual circumstances (size/number of pets, unauthorized occupants, illegal activity, etc.)
• Should be familiar with the location of power, water and gas turnoff valves, clean-out traps, fire extinguishers and fire hydrants on the property.
• Cleans up thoroughly after performing work.
• Notifies Maintenance Supervisor and/or Property Manager, as directed, regarding any supplies necessary to complete job duties.
• Follows company procedures regarding safety and emergencies.
• Attends employee meetings and training seminars, as requested.
• Wears company uniform and badge during work hours.

• Must maintain professional appearance and comply with prescribed uniform policy.
• Must comply with all safety regulations, including the use of back brace, safety goggles and gloves when appropriate.
• Overtime may be required for this position. May be required to work weekends and non-traditional holidays.
• Must be reachable via phone or radio, except during approved time off
• May be required to be available to work when needed due to staffing shortages.
• Some travel may be required.
• Consistently meet deadlines.
• Maintains the up most confidentiality.

Qualifications

Knowledge:

• Ability to use general office equipment, such as telephone, fax machine, printer, and copier.
• Comprehension of federal fair housing laws and any applicable local housing provisions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions.

Skills:

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills; ability to relate to others and defuse situations involving angry or difficult people.

Ability:

• Ability to learn basic computer applications.
• Ability to multi-task, make quick and effective decisions, and analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to maintain flexibility and creativity in a variety of situations.
• Ability to drive a motorized vehicle.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Previous experience as a painter/Make Ready Tech

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions (temperatures may vary depending on the weather in the different regions).
• Exposure to noise, vibrations, atmospheric conditions, as well as working in confined or restricted spaces.
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases through frequent contact with the public.
• Possible exposure to short-tempered or aggressive people.
• Standing, walking, and/or sitting for extended periods of time.
• Frequent climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and handling.
• Sustains substantially recurring movement to fingers, hands, wrists, legs, and feet.
• Pronounced visual acuity (near and far) and field of vision.
• Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships.
• Ability to lift and/or move an excess of 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to use standard maintenance equipment as well as property equipment.
• Ability to compare and communicate.
• Ability to tolerate fluctuating work demands.
• Ability to work under minimal to moderate supervision.