Painter

Painter

WE'RE WAITING TO HEAR FROM YOU. COME JOIN OUR FAMILY AND GROW YOUR CAREER WITH US! Our team is only as strong as each individual contributor – which is why we focus our energy on hiring people who are friendly, hardworking and have a true passion for serving older adults.

After all, residents aren't guests in our community; we're working in their home.

Overview: Responsible for performing painting, wallpaper and minor repairs in all areas of the community. Reports to the Facilities Manager and Transitions Supervisor.

Essential Job Functions:

• Paint and repair walls, doors, woodwork and ceilings.
• Repair and replace wallpaper.
• Maintain and categorize records and work requests.
• Respond to work orders in a timely, efficient manner.
• Apply paint with cloth, brush, sponge, roller or sprayer.
• Remove paint with paint removers, scrapers and/or wire brush.
• Assist in calling vendors or outside services for estimates as directed.
• Assist in ordering supplies and equipment as directed.
• Remove fixtures, such as pictures and electric switch covers, from walls prior to painting using the appropriate tools.
• Responsible for keeping work and storage areas neat, organized, and in compliance with state, federal, and local codes.
• Responsible for diligently protecting room furnishings and woodwork by using drop cloths and covering surfaces with appropriate equipment such as masking tape.
• Select premixed paints or mixes required portions of pigment, oil and thinning & drying substances to prepare paint that matches specified colors.
• Fill nail holes, cracks and joints with caulk, putty, plaster or other filler using caulking gun and putty knife.
• All staff MUST greet resident(s) and announce their presence prior to entering room.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 2-3 years commercial painting and wallpapering experience
• General building maintenance knowledge preferred

Benefits and Perks:

• Career advancement
• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, 401K plan with matching contributions, and more
• Associate recognition programs, referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement and associate scholarships

Environment: The Village at Gainesville offers a highly professional, engaging, team-centered environment where associates can grow professionally, and have a positive impact on the lives of the seniors that we serve. If you have a passion for serving others and are dedicated to improving the lives of seniors, this is the employment opportunity for you!

Location: While our 104-acre campus has all the amenities of a small town, sometimes it's nice to explore off campus. Just 10 minutes away, you'll find shopping, theaters and restaurants. Gainesville is home to the University of Florida, which is one of the largest universities in the United States as well as Santa Fe College, recently ranked #1 community college in the US. Gainesville is highly recognized as a great place to live and work.