Painter/Carpenter (Waco, Tx)

CBRE; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Painter/Carpenter to perform preventive maintenance and repairs across multiple commercial facilities. You will handle interior painting, prep, patching, and finishing with close supervision. This role supports building upkeep and requires practical trade skills.

The position demands a high school diploma or GED, ability to lift 50 lbs, basic math, and proficiency with MS Office; you will review work orders, estimate materials, and maintain safety records and documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with up to 2 years of related experience.
• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation, repair, and maintenance of building structure and grounds.
• Perform interior painting, prep, patching and finishing for commercial spaces.
• Review work orders, estimate time, materials, and tools to complete repairs.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of tools and workspace; respond to emergencies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand drawings and maintenance logs.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

As a CBRE Painter/ Carpenter, you will perform preventive maintenance and corrective repair to various structures throughout multiple commercial facilities.

About The Role

As a CBRE Painter/ Carpenter, you will perform preventive maintenance and corrective repair to various structures throughout multiple commercial facilities. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the general operation, repair, and maintenance of the building’s structure and grounds.
• Perform assigned repairs and emergency preventative maintenance. Complete maintenance repair records as required.
• Perform interior preparation, painting, touch-up, and finishing of areas in need of commercial-level painting.
• Working under close supervision, utilize several trade skills such as patching, painting, and finishing.
• Use necessary tools and equipment to complete duties related to the application of varnish, polyurethane, primer paint, and other specialty coatings.
• Repair and remodel imperfections. This includes masking, preparing, and protecting surfaces to ensure facilities are properly maintained.
• Build, dismantle, and repair structures, walls, roofs, glass, siding, scaffolding or facia.
• Review assigned work orders and estimate time, materials, equipment, and tools to complete the repair. Order necessary materials and supplies as needed.
• Review construction documents such as drawings, sketches, specifications, and maintenance logs.
• Collaborate with employees, end users, and stakeholders concerning work orders, prints, and sketches to understand the structure that needs to be built or repaired.
• Ensure that all tools and equipment are thoroughly cleaned, stored, and maintained for optimum performance and safety.
• Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
• Ensure the personal safety and safety of those who are affected by your work.
• Participate in all HSE-related programs, activities, and training as required. This includes incident investigations, interviews, auditing, assessment, etc.
• Report any conditions that could result in an accident or injury to management.
• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having a limited opportunity to exercise discretion.
• Impact through clearly defined duties, methods, and tasks are described in detail.
• Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma or GED with up to 2 years of job-related experience.
• Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
• Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Basic math skills. Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why CBRE?

• When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

• We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).