Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician- Retail (Painter)

Location: Multi-Site (NY/NY/CT) Travel required
Department: Maintenance
Reports To: Kris Klizner

Company Overview

Chestnut Group is a trusted convenience retail brand, preferred fuels marketer and exceptional place to work in the tri-state area. The family-owned company owns and operates gas stations and convenience stores under the Chestnut Market brand and is a preferred supplier for premium fuel flags including Shell, Exxon Mobil and BP among others.


The company has a growing portfolio of retail, wholesale and food service operations across the Northeast. Chestnut Group is focused on creating and delivering exceptional people-first convenience with care - every experience, every time. Come join our growing and passionate team!

Position Summary

Chestnut Market is seeking a skilled, reliable, and detail-oriented Maintenance Tech that specializes in Facilities Painting to support the appearance, maintenance, and brand standards of retail convenience store locations and company facilities. This role is responsible for performing interior and exterior commercial painting, surface preparation, drywall repair, touch-ups, and minor facility maintenance across multiple locations.

The ideal candidate has experience in commercial or retail painting, understands safety and maintenance procedures, and can work independently while maintaining high-quality workmanship in a fast-paced retail environment. This position requires regular travel between store locations and flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, or overnight shifts when needed to minimize disruption to store operations.

Our Values

• Safety - We protect the well-being of our people, partners, and communities.
• Quality - We deliver unmatched experiences and service.
• Unity - We collaborate to achieve shared goals.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, always.
• Responsibility - We take ownership of our work and outcomes.
• Respect - We treat everyone with dignity.
• Empowerment - We give people the tools to succeed.
• Love - We bring passion to everything we do.

Our behaviors emphasize operating with excellence, creating welcoming environments, rewarding performance, communicating openly, staying accountable, and approaching challenges with a growth mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Painting & Surface Preparation

• Perform interior and exterior commercial painting for convenience store and fuel station locations
• Prepare surfaces through sanding, scraping, patching, caulking, priming, pressure washing, and drywall repair
• Apply paints, coatings, stains, and finishes using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment
• Complete touch-ups and repainting projects to maintain company brand standards and professional appearance
• Ensure proper paint matching, finish consistency, and quality workmanship across all locations

Facilities Maintenance Support

• Perform minor carpentry, drywall, and general maintenance repairs as needed
• Assist with preventative maintenance and facility improvement projects
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work environments during and after projects
• Identify maintenance concerns and report facility issues to management promptly

Safety & Compliance

• Follow OSHA regulations, company safety standards, and PPE requirements at all times
• Safely operate ladders, scaffolding, lifts, pressure washers, and painting equipment
• Properly handle, store, and dispose of paints, chemicals, and maintenance materials
• Maintain compliance with workplace safety procedures and accident prevention practices

Operational Support

• Coordinate work schedules with store management to minimize operational disruptions
• Maintain painting supplies, inventory, tools, and equipment
• Travel regularly between company locations to complete assigned projects
• Support additional maintenance or facilities-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial, industrial, or retail painting experience preferred
• Experience in convenience store, retail, restaurant, or multi-site environments strongly preferred
• Knowledge of painting techniques, coatings, drywall repair, and surface preparation methods
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation required
• Ability to travel regularly between store locations
• Basic knowledge of maintenance repair and handyman tasks preferred
• Ability to read and follow safety procedures, work orders, and maintenance instructions

Preferred Skills

• Commercial painting and finishing experience
• Drywall patching and repair skills
• Basic carpentry and facilities maintenance knowledge
• Experience operating paint sprayers, pressure washers, ladders, and lifts
• Familiarity with OSHA standards and workplace safety procedures
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including overnight or early morning shifts when needed
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and lift throughout the workday
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly
• Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, and lifts
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to work safely around active retail and fuel operations

Compensation & Benefits

• Company vehicle and gas card
• Comprehensive health coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Professional development and growth opportunities