Painter (Residential Apartments)

Lion Real Estate Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (77% paid by Lion)

Dental Insurance (99% paid by Lion)

Vision Insurance (99% paid by Lion)

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (6% Company Match)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Lion Real Estate Group in Atlanta is seeking a skilled Painter to handle unit renovations and community-wide painting projects. This full-time role provides hourly pay plus commission based on completed jobs, which allows for increased earnings. Applicants should have 2+ years of professional painting experience, strong drywall repair skills, and reliable transportation. The position requires traveling between properties and offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off for various reasons.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional painting experience required.
• Multifamily/apartment experience strongly preferred.
• Strong drywall repair and finishing skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete make-ready unit painting and perform drywall repairs.
• Handle interior and exterior painting projects, including common areas.
• Ensure all units meet move-in ready standards.

Skills

Professional painting experience

Drywall repair skills

Basic carpentry skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Multifamily Communities | Hourly Pay + Commission

Are you a skilled painter who takes pride in clean finishes, efficient work, and making spaces look brand new? Want the opportunity to increase your earnings based on your productivity? We’re looking for a Painter to join our team and take ownership of unit turns and community-wide painting projects.

What You’ll Do

• Complete make-ready unit painting (walls, trim, doors, touch-ups)
• Perform drywall repairs, patching, sanding, and textured finishes
• Handle interior and exterior painting projects, including common areas
• Maintain curb appeal by painting curbs, fencing, signage, and other surfaces
• Ensure all units and projects meet move-in ready standards
• Assist with unit rehabs and light carpentry work as needed

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Hourly base pay + commission per completed paint job
• The more units you complete, the more you earn
• Steady, year-round work across multiple communities
• Independence in your day with support from a strong maintenance team
• Opportunity to expand into broader maintenance or leadership roles

Position Details

• Full-time, non-exempt role
• Hourly pay + commission structure
• Multi-site position (travel required ~25–50%)
• On-call availability as needed
• Must have basic tools (specialty tools provided)

If you’re a painter who wants consistent work, control over your earnings, and the ability to see the results of your work every day—this is the opportunity for you.

Lion Real Estate Group - BENEFITS OFFERED

• Medical Insurance (77% of employee/dependent premium paid by Lion)
• Dental Insurance (99% of employee premium paid by Lion)
• Vision Insurance (99% of employee premium paid by Lion)
• Voluntary Plans including Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (6% Company Match)
• Paid Time Off Policies:
  • Vacation
  • Sick Leave
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Holidays (New Years Day, MLK Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Rewards and Recognition

Requirements

• 2+ years of professional painting experience required
• Multifamily/apartment experience strongly preferred
• Strong drywall repair and finishing skills
• Basic carpentry skills required (advanced skills a plus)
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple units/deadlines
• High attention to detail and pride in quality work
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel between properties