Lead Painter/Drywall Finisher

#Kendal; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 4,408,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Onsite childcare

Fitness center access

Professional development

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Kendal at Hanover is seeking a skilled First Shift Lead Painter/Drywall Finisher to join our Facilities team. You will prepare, paint, refinish, and maintain interior and exterior surfaces across campus, including resident apartments and healthcare areas.

The role requires leading projects, coordinating with staff and contractors, and ensuring safety and quality while working Mon-Fri 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM. A valid driver’s license is required, and 5+ years of relevant experience with supervisory

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 5+ years painting experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Proficient in residential/commercial painting techniques and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead painting projects and coordinate with internal staff and contractors.
• Perform surface preparation: patching, sanding, taping, priming, sealing.
• Apply paint, stains, and coatings using industry best practices.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment respecting resident living spaces.
• Accurately document work in computer systems and communicate updates.
• Ensure quality control, safety compliance, and timely project completion.
• Provide excellent customer service to residents and team members.

Skills

Team leadership

Painting techniques

Safety compliance

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Kendal at Hanover is a non‑profit Continuing Care Retirement Community, employing over 300 staff members and home to 400 residents. We believe in providing a rich environment for growth and learning in a manner that works for you, including an emphasis on true work/life balance.

Kendal at Hanover is seeking a skilled and dependable First ShiftLead Painter/Drywall Finisherto join our Facilities team. You’ll be responsible for preparing, painting, refinishing, and maintaining interior and exterior surfaces across our campus, including resident apartments, healthcare areas, offices, and community spaces.

The hours for this position are Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM.

You also must have a valid, unexpired driver’s license for this position.

Primary roles and responsibilities include:

• Lead painting projects and coordinate with internal staff and contractors
• Perform surface preparation: patching, sanding, taping, priming, sealing
• Apply paint, stains, and coatings using industry best practices
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment, respecting resident living spaces
• Accurately document work in our computer systems and communicate updates
• Ensure quality control, safety compliance, and timely project completion
• Provide excellent customer service to residents and team members

The successful candidate for this role will have a high school degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, with lead or supervisory experience preferred. Customer service experience preferred, demonstrated ability to communicate and interact respectfully and effectively with a diverse group of people, demonstrated ability to work independently and as well as part of a team. Proficiency in residential/ commercial painting techniques and safety standards, strong organizational, communication, and time management skills, and basic computer skills; work order systems experience a plus. A valid driver’s license is required. Must be able to lift 50lbs, climb ladders, work in confined spaces.

Kendal at Hanover offers a competitive hourly rate plus generous evening/night/weekend shift differentials. Kendal also offers exceptional benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, generous Paid Time Off programs, onsite childcare, free access to a 24/7 fitness center and pool, professional training, and development and growth opportunities.

Pay Range:$25.00 - $32.00 per hour, dependent on experience.

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