Painter/Drywall Technician

smcinternalcareers; Hillcrest Heights (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

smcinternalcareers seeks a Painter/Drywall Technician to ensure community assets meet company standards and applicable laws. The role is full-time and involves painting, drywall installation, and preventive maintenance across buildings.

The candidate will address service requests, maintain supplies, and participate in on-call rotations while upholding safety and quality standards for interior and exterior work.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in painting or drywall related field(s)
• Successful completion of internal maintenance classes and on-the-job training within one year of hire date

Responsibilities

• Address, follow up and document service requests
• Maintain an inventory of adequate supplies
• Diagnose HVAC problems and repair or replace components
• Install and finish drywall of all sizes and types using current construction methods
• Prepare all areas to be painted, including scraping, drywall repair, caulk removal, electrical plate removal, and cover laying
• Repair drywall and plaster using current methods and materials
• Complete preventive maintenance inspections as scheduled
• Participate in on-call rotation as scheduled
• Maintain personal supply of tools as designated by SMC's Tool Checklist
• Address emergency maintenance as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor
• Contribute to community and company engagement efforts

Skills

Customer service

Written/verbal communication

Record keeping

Following directions

Technology literacy

Safety awareness

Measurement math

Heavy lifting

Painting and drywall

DIY problem solving

Job description

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We're seeking a Painter/Drywall Technician with whatever-it-takes approach to join our team! In this full-time role, you'll be responsible for ensuring the physical asset of the community meets both the company standards and applicable laws.

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:

• Address, follow up and document service requests


• Maintain an inventory of adequate supplies


• Diagnose HVAC problems and repair or replace components, as needed


• Install and finish drywall of all sizes and types using current construction methods


• Prepare all areas to be painted, to include scraping old paint, drywall repair, caulk removal, electrical plate removal, taping and laying of drop cloths


• Repair drywall and plaster using the most advances methods and materials available


• Complete preventive maintenance inspections as scheduled


• Participate in on-call rotation as scheduled


• Maintain personal supply of tools as designated by SMC's Tool Checklist


• Address emergency maintenance as needed


• Perform other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor


• Contribute to community and company engagement efforts

JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Superb customer service skills


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to keep neat and accurate records


• Capacity to understand and follow directions


• Competence with technology


• Knowledge of current occupational hazards


• Safety consciousness


• Understanding of basic mathematical and measurement principles


• Ability to lift 80 pounds to the shoulder and carry


• Detailed understanding of all aspects of painting and drywall profession


• Ability to effectively and efficiently complete the following functions:
  
  
  
  • o Repair and replace drywall
  
  
  • o Effectively paint all components of building interiors, building exteriors, and community grounds
  
  
  • o Cut and finish doors, windows, and pass throughs
  
  
  • o Finish and refinish woodwork
  
  
  • o Properly address moisture-damaged materials
  
  
  
  

REQUIREMENTS:

• Three years of experience in painting or drywall related field(s)


• Successful completion off all basic maintenance classes offered internally and all on-the-job training within one year of hire date