Painter

Breaking Ground; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Breaking Ground is seeking a Painter for The Christopher in New York City, responsible for maintaining and painting the common areas and apartments of supportive housing units. The role requires previous experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to interact kindly with vulnerable populations, embracing our mission to support those in need.

Qualifications

• Three years of comparable work experience.
• Experience with elderly, disabled, or formerly homeless populations valued.
• Basic computer knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, paint, and clean-up assigned areas.
• Maintain inventory of all paint and supplies.
• Assist in housekeeping and maintenance of the building.

Skills

Painting

Basic plumbing

Wood-working

Electrical work

Multi-tasking

Ability to lift and move items

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

The Christopher, New York, New York, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 4:00 AM

ABOUT US: - We believe that everyone deserves a home!

Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.

But we didn't stop at providing housing. Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home.

The Christopher

Located in the Chelsea, The Christopher offers 207 units of permanent, supportive housing to low-income New Yorkers, people living with HIV/AIDS, and chronically homeless individuals, including individuals with mental illness. The Christopher also provides housing for young adults who are aging out of foster care or have experienced homelessness. Good Shepherd Services provides comprehensive onsite social services, and Breaking Ground coordinates property management services.

Painter

At Breaking Ground, our residential buildings help to end homelessness by providing a home to formerly homeless individuals. The Painter is a part of the maintenance department that maintains the common areas and apartments of our residential buildings. Examples of common areas include offices, multi-purpose rooms, roof deck, garden, trash collection area, lobby, fitness room and sidewalks. Basic plumbing, wood-working and electrical work is required to maintain these spaces. The Painter is responsible for preparing, painting, and cleaning up assignments. The Painter will provide support to the Maintenance team as needed.

This position has a 35-hour work week.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Prepare, paint and clean-up of assigned areas
• Perform all preparation duties not limited to scraping, spackling, sanding, and taping
• Maintain inventory of all paint and supplies
• Assist in housekeeping and maintenance of the building when assigned
• Performs other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three years of comparable work experience
• High school diploma/GED
• Working with elderly, disabled and/or formerly homeless population is a plus
• Able to lift and move furniture and appliances in preparation for painting
• Able to use and stand on a ladder, and ability to stand for many hours at a stretch
• Basic knowledge of computer is preferred
• Ability to multi-task and shift seamlessly between various responsibilities

As part of our continued efforts tomaintaina safe workplace for employees and clients, and in compliance with the City of New York COVID-19 Safety Requirement Mandate, Breaking Ground strongly recommends all employees, interns, volunteers, and subcontractors to receive an FDA authorized and/or approved COVID-19 vaccination andprovidea one-time verification of immunization as a condition of employment.

The Christopher, New York, New York, United States of America