Painter

CHS Career Site; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Career Site seeks a skilled Painter to prepare surfaces and apply finishes to interior and exterior surfaces. You will follow safety regulations, maintain tools, and support the Maintenance team with basic plumbing, electrical, and construction tasks as needed.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in commercial or facility painting, familiarity with brushes, rollers, spray equipment, and an eye for detail. This is a day shift, on-site role in Fort Wayne, IN.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in commercial or facility painting.
• Proficiency with surface preparation, application methods, and basic maintenance support.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions with good attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and removing old paint.
• Apply paints/finishes using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
• Mix and match paints, prime surfaces, and fill defects as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain equipment and work areas.
• Assist maintenance with minor plumbing/electrical/construction tasks as required.

Skills

Surface preparation

Paint application

Safety procedures

Team player

Education

No Formal Education

Tools

Brushes & rollers

Spray equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Painter performs skilled work in preparing surfaces and applying paint, varnishes, stains, and other finishes to both interior and exterior surfaces of buildings and structures. The role ensures that all painting work complies with safety regulations and quality standards. The Painter may also assist the Maintenance team with basic plumbing, electrical, and construction tasks as needed.

Essential Functions

• Prepares surfaces for painting by cleaning, scraping, sanding, and removing old paint or finishes using manual and power tools.
• Applies paint, varnish, stains, and other finishes to a wide variety of surfaces using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
• Mixes and matches paint to achieve desired color and texture; primes surfaces as needed.
• Fills holes, cracks, and joints with appropriate fillers such as caulk, putty, or plaster.
• Follows all safety procedures and uses protective equipment to ensure a safe working environment.
• Assists Maintenance team with minor plumbing, electrical, and construction tasks when required.
• Maintains and cleans equipment, tools, and work areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in commercial or facility painting required
• Experience with surface preparation, application methods, and basic maintenance support preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of surface preparation techniques and application of finishes.
• Familiarity with tools, materials, and safety protocols for painting and basic maintenance.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Good attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Job Info

• Job Identification 165193
• Job Category Maintenance Facilities and Engineering
• Posting Date 09/21/2026, 06:09 PM
• Degree Level No Formal Education
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 7950 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46804, US