Painter I

Medxcel; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Medxcel is seeking a Facilities Painter for St. Thomas West Hospital in Nashville. The role focuses on applying paints, varnishes, and coatings to interior and exterior surfaces, plus preparing and maintaining surfaces to ensure quality finishes.

You will install and repair drywall, textures, vinyl coverings, and ceilings; operate painting equipment and safely handle hazardous materials following PPE protocols. Collaboration with the facilities team is essential for projects and safety.

Qualifications

• Graduate of trade school preferred.
• 1+ year relevant experience preferred.
• Other equivalent combination of relevant education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply protective and decorative coats (paint, varnish, lacquer) to interior and exterior surfaces; prepare surfaces and match/tint existing paint.
• Install, repair, and maintain drywall, wall texturing, vinyl wall coverings, and ceiling textures.
• Operate and maintain painting and power equipment: compressors, spray gear, sandblasters, and heavy lift equipment; safely handle hazardous materials and follow PPE procedures.
• Erect scaffolding and staging to reach surfaces; create graphics/signage layouts to comply with DOT, ADA and safety requirements.
• Communicate work order status and procedures; support special projects, meetings, and training; perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Paint application

Surface prep

Power tools operation

Safety PPE

Education

Trade school

Tools

Paint equipment

Drywall tools

Scaffolding

Job description

Overview

Life at Medxcel: Where purpose meets opportunity

Medxcel is here to lead the transformation of healthcare facilities management by incorporating a new approach to providing services. Created by healthcare, for healthcare, we have a dedicated focus on our people and customers, as well as providing tools, processes, support resources, data analytics and insource strategies that drive results

Your future role at a glance

Location: Nashville, TN

Facility: St. Thomas West Hospital

Department: Facilities

Schedule: 1st shift | Full-time

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options.
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance.
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Career growth: Tuition reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning.
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources.
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the application of protective and decorative coats (paint, varnish, lacquer) to all interior and exterior surfaces and property. This also includes preparing surfaces (washing, scraping, sanding) and maintaining existing paint through matching and tinting.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains drywall, wall texturing, vinyl wall coverings, and ceiling acoustic texturing.
• Operates and maintains various painting and power equipment, including compressors, spray equipment, sandblasters, and heavy lift equipment (scissors/boom stage up to 80 feet). Must also safely handle and dispose of hazardous materials and follow Standard Precautions using required personal protective equipment.
• Erects scaffolding and staging as necessary to reach work surfaces. This duty also encompasses creating and applying graphics/signage layouts to comply with DOT, Safety, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements.
• Communicates with personnel on work order status and procedures for decision-making and compliance. The role also involves supporting Special Projects, participating in assigned meetings, workshops, and training, and completing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Education:

• Graduate of trade school preferred

Experience:

• 1+ year relevant experience preferred
• Other equivalent combination of relevant education or experience.