Facility Painter I - Mon-Fri Day Shift

Aramark; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Painter I to support facility maintenance within a secure correctional facility in Houston, TX. The role involves painting and surface prep for inmate housing, corridors, and offices, plus drywall repairs and general upkeep.

The ideal candidate has 6 months to 1 year of hands-on painting experience and can work Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with possible overtime. Background checks and strict security procedures apply.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of hands-on painting experience.
• Experience with drywall/Sheetrock patching, repair, and surface preparation.
• Knowledge of standard painting methods, materials, and finishing techniques.
• Ability to safely operate painting tools, ladders, rollers, brushes, and related equipment.
• Ability to follow directions, safety procedures, and security protocols.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to pass a Sheriff’s Department background investigation and meet all facility access requirements.
• Ability to perform physical work including standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing ladders, lifting materials, and working throughout a large facility.

Responsibilities

• Prepare walls, ceilings, doors, and other surfaces for painting by cleaning, scraping, sanding, patching, and caulking.
• Apply primer, paint, stains, and protective coatings using brushes, rollers, and other painting equipment.
• Complete drywall and Sheetrock patching, repairs, and finishing to maintain facility appearance.
• Paint inmate housing areas, hallways, offices, common areas, and other assigned spaces within the facility.
• Maintain paint supplies, tools, ladders, and equipment in safe working condition.
• Match paint colors and finishes when performing repairs and touch-up work.
• Follow established safety procedures and properly handle painting materials and chemicals.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area throughout each project.
• Work independently to complete painting projects within established timelines.
• Communicate effectively with maintenance leadership regarding project status and material needs.
• Adhere to all facility security requirements, access procedures, and correctional facility rules.
• Assist with general maintenance-related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Painting experience

Drywall patching

Safety procedures

Independent worker

Follow instructions

Attendance reliability

Ladders and tools handling

Tools

Brushes and rollers

Caulking tools

Job description

Aramark is hiring a Painter I to support facility maintenance within a secure correctional facility in Houston, TX. The role involves painting and surface prep for inmate housing, corridors, and offices, plus drywall repairs and general upkeep.

The ideal candidate has 6 months to 1 year of hands-on painting experience and can work Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with possible overtime. Background checks and strict security procedures apply.