Painter

Transwestern; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Transwestern is hiring a Painter to work on-site in Baltimore, MD. You will prepare surfaces, apply paint, and ensure a high-quality finish while following safety protocols. This role emphasizes customer service to tenants and owners, with on-property presence and real-time responsiveness.

Minimum 2+ years of commercial painting experience and knowledge of paints and equipment are required. The position is on-site with no remote or hybrid options, offering a pay range of $65,000 to $68,000 and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of commercial painting experience.
• Knowledge of paints, varnishes, and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding and priming.
• Apply paint with brushes, rollers, or sprayers for a smooth finish.
• Perform touch-ups and repairs as needed.
• Ensure safety and proper ventilation during operations.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies.
• Respond to emergencies and service requests on-site.

Skills

Commercial painting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Paint brushes and rollers

Job description

Transwestern is a vertically integrated commercial real estate firm dedicated to serving investors, partners and clients through expertise in investment, development, brokerage and property management. Our experience spans diverse property types, including logistics, multifamily, retail, mixed-use, healthcare, office, data centers, hotel, and life sciences. Across 35 offices nationwide, our team is united by a culture that cultivates agility, mutual trust and high performance. Transwestern Services turns strategy into reality with consistency and accountability, collaborating to provide dynamic, tailored solutions. Whether representing a tenant, advising an investor or repositioning an asset, we operate with tenacity and own the outcome every time. Our 2,200-strong team works across service lines, ready to activate our full platform to deliver a customized, cohesive experience for clients.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Painter is responsible for paint walls, ceilings, and other surfaces using various techniques and tools. The Painter is also responsible for preparing surfaces, repairing damages, and ensuring a clean and professional finish with the ability to accurately assess the scope of work and determine the necessary materials and tools needed. The Painter must ensure high-quality workmanship, adherence to safety standards, and completion of projects within specified timeframes. This must be done in a manner that not only protects, but also maximizes the value of the property. It is also the responsibility of the Painter not only to exhibit legendary customer service when communicating with tenants, prospective tenants, owners, and vendors but also to focus on productivity and results. This is a dynamic, on-site role that places you at the heart of the action. As a result, an essential function of this position is working on-site. Remote or hybrid options are not available. Being on property allows you to build strong relationships with clients and tenants, respond in real time, and make a visible impact every day.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and applying primer as needed.
• Apply paint using brushes, rollers, or sprayers to achieve a smooth, even finish.
• Select appropriate paints and finishes based on surface type, environmental factors, and client preferences.
• Perform touch-ups and repairs as necessary.
• Quality check of product throughout process.
• Assist with troubleshooting and repairs as it relates to painting at all buildings.
• Respond immediately to emergency situations and customer concerns.
• Ensure proper ventilation and safety measures are followed during painting operations.
• Must follow safety protocols, regulations and use protective equipment to prevent accidents and exposure to harmful chemicals.
• Maintain inventory and perform routine ordering of supplies and materials as approved by your supervisor.
• Assist or take responsibility for maintenance and operation programs/schedules as it relates to painting.
• Maintain a safe work attitude by continuously evaluating workplace risks.
• Additional duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• A minimum of 2+ years of commercial painting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of paints, varnishes, stains & equipment Painting Experience.
• Possess competent knowledge of the use and care of tools and equipment used in painting.
• Must be knowledgeable about safety protocols and procedures and adhere to them at all times.
• Ability to handle multiple projects, changing priorities and time-sensitive, workload(s).
• Ability to provide general direction/be self-managed/work independently.
• Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to internal and external customers.
• Exhibit excellent verbal communication skills.
• Include stooping, bend, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting device.
• May require shift work and/or on call duties.
• Pay Range: $65,000 - $68,000
• WORK SHIFT:
• LOCATION: Baltimore, MD
• This is a dynamic, on-site role that places you at the heart of the action.
• As a result, an essential function of this position is working on‑site.
• Remote or hybrid options are not available.
• Being on property allows you to build strong relationships with clients and tenants, respond in real time, and make a visible impact every day.

ABOUT US

Our firm is built on a shared purpose: Empowering good people to do extraordinary things together. We hire smart, passionate, hard‑working people who value both collaboration and independence. United by our brand promise, we own the outcome for clients, investors and partners.

Learn more at transwestern.com. All candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include criminal history, education verification, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification. In addition, your employment with Transwestern is subject to successfully passing a drug screen check prior to you starting with the firm. Transwestern is a vertically integrated commercial real estate firm dedicated to serving investors, partners and clients through expertise in investment, development, brokerage and property management. Our experience spans diverse property types, including logistics, multifamily, retail, mixed‑use, healthcare, office, data centers, hotel, and life sciences. Across 35 offices nationwide, our team is united by a culture that cultivates agility, mutual trust and high performance.

Learn more at transwestern.com and @Transwestern.