Painter

Sonesta International Hotels; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid vacation & sick time

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Educational assistance

Hotel discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels seeks a skilled Painter to perform interior and exterior painting, wallcovering repairs, and preventative maintenance across hotel spaces. You will prepare surfaces, patch drywall, caulk, and refurbish furniture to maintain brand aesthetics.

Strong English is required, with physical stamina for lifting and climbing, and a willingness to work varied shifts. The role offers hourly pay with benefits and opportunities to contribute to a growing hotel group.

Qualifications

• Advanced vocational training in painting and decorating is required.
• Two years of professional painting or finishing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret color charts and SDS documentation.
• English reading/writing fluency is required; other languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform interior and exterior painting and wallcovering repairs to hotel surfaces.
• Prepare surfaces, patch drywall, caulk, and apply finishes as directed.
• Maintain logs of paint codes, color formulas, and schedules for consistency.
• Refurbish furniture and fixtures to keep hotel assets in like-new condition.
• Coordinate with Housekeeping and Engineering to minimize guest disruption.

Skills

Fluent English

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Advanced vocational training in painting and decorating

Tools

Paint sprayers

Caulking tools

Job description

We’re People People. Are you? We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast ).

We’re People People. Are you? We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast ).

With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be. But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).

What This Role Is All About

The Painter performs professional painting and finishing work to ensure hotel aesthetic quality and physical plant standards are achieved and maintained. The Painter takes care of the interior and exterior surfaces, furniture, and fixtures of the hotel. This position will perform surface preparation, painting, and wallcovering repairs, as well as preventative maintenance, to all areas of the hotel.

What You’ll Be Doing

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service in all interactions with guests and clients according to the Sonesta G.U.E.S.T. standards.
• Take responsibility for and inform management of hazardous situations, emergencies, or threats to the security of guests, associates, or hotel assets.
• Complete work orders specifically related to interior and exterior finishes, including patching drywall, repairing vinyl wallcoverings, caulking, and painting.
• Perform preventative maintenance on guest rooms and public spaces, ensuring walls, baseboards, and ceilings meet brand aesthetic standards.
• Refurbish furniture and fixtures such as cabinets, tables, chairs, doors, and counters. Strip, sand, stain, paint, and seal furniture to ensure it remains in "like-new" condition.
• Maintain the visual integrity of the exterior of the facility, including painting curbs, parking lot striping, directional signage, and exterior trim.
• Follow procedures that ensure the security of inventory and assets such as paint stock, brushes, sprayers, ladders, and specialized finishing tools.
• Ensure that the front entrance area, lobby, and guest corridors are free of scuffs, scratches, and peeling paint, maintaining a clean and presentable appearance.
• Prepare and clean all assigned equipment, ensuring brushes, rollers, and sprayers are operational and stored correctly for the following day’s work.
• Maintain logs and records of paint codes, color formulas, and schedules of completed work to ensure consistency across the property.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication with Housekeeping and Engineering to coordinate room availability for touch-ups.
• Comply with federal, state, and local laws regarding health and safety, specifically regarding Lead-Based Paint regulations, VOC compliance, and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced vocational training in painting and decorating plus two years of experience in professional painting or finishing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of surface preparation, including drywall taping, mudding, and sanding, as well as knowledge of various paint types and wood stains.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English; other languages beneficial.
• Reading and writing abilities are required to interpret color charts, mixing instructions, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Mathematical skills, including calculating square footage for paint coverage and estimating supply needs.
• Problem-solving and reasoning skills, specifically regarding color matching and identifying the correct primers for different surfaces.
• Valid driver’s license may be required for operating company vehicles or moving equipment.
• Physical stamina for frequently standing, bending, climbing ladders, and kneeling for extended periods.
• Safety-conscious approach to using commercial chemicals, solvents, and paint thinners.
• Capability to lift or pull items weighing up to 75 pounds (e.g., 5-gallon paint buckets and extension ladders).
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to minimize guest disruption.

Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information

Hourly Compensation Rate: $33.21 - $44.29

Pay rate outlined follows contract requirements.

How We Reward You

At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between.

Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts (yes, you’ll want to use these )
• Additional Perks & Employee Discounts

Our Commitment to You

Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.