Apartment Painter

The Mahaffey Company; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accrual

Health/Dental/Vision insurance after 2

Background screening

Job summary

The Mahaffey Company in Ocala, FL is seeking a dedicated Painter/Drywall to perform interior and exterior painting, drywall repairs, and prep work across assigned properties. The role requires coordinating with maintenance and office staff to ensure units are prepared on schedule.

The ideal candidate will have experience with painting tools, ladders, and safe handling of paints and solvents, plus a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including weekends.
• Ability to communicate professionally with staff and residents.
• Proactive, detail-focused approach to maintenance tasks.
• Valid Driver’s License required for site access.

Responsibilities

• Paint interiors with spray compressor or brush latex.
• Paint exterior doors with roller or brush.
• Repair drywall, tape and sand surfaces.
• Caulk, mask, and prepare surfaces for painting.

Skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Communication

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Painter/Drywall Job Description

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor(s) and/or Executive Director

FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Position Overview

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. Painter should display a proactive, positive attitude and perform all job functions as described below.

Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities

• 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 insure 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.

Knowledge, Skill And Abilities

• 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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully preform the essential job functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continually required to:

• 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.

Position Specifics & Benefits

• Full-time position; Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30p.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

DISCLAIMER

Mahaffey Apartment Company and Carlton Arms of Magnolia Valley 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.