We are currently searching for a full-time experienced Painter to join our Construction Services Team based out of our Champaign location. The ideal candidate will work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity, and superior workmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!

The overall objectives for this role will be to directly handle a wide range of painting tasks including cleaning, preparation of walls, filling cracks, holes, and joints, priming, or sealing surfaces prior to painting. The ideal candidate will have superior attention to detail and the ability to directly handle a wide range of construction activities.

What will you do?

• Exemplify the core values of Be Kind, Be Flexible, Own It and Always Improve
• Calculate amounts of required materials and estimate costs. Select and buy paint from vendors
• Directly handle a wide range of painting tasks including cleaning, preparation of walls, filling cracks, holes, and joints, priming, or sealing surfaces prior to painting
• Mask and cover surfaces with cloth or plastic to ensure protection
• Utilize spray guns for large jobs. Clean up all equipment, including brushes and spray guns
• Hang, repair, and finish drywall, perform light masonry work
• Collaborate with other carpenters, craftsmen, and subcontractors to complete projects
• Complete a range of painting tasks from mixing, matching, and applying paint, varnish, shellac, enamel, and other finishes to surfaces, including walls, floors, doors, and cabinets
• Pivot, roll up your sleeves and jump in where needed!

Why should you work here?

• Competitive Pay. We are ready to invest in you!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - Starting First Day of Employment - to access care for positive health outcomes and your overall wellbeing
• Employee-sponsored benefits including Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Flexible Spending, and H.S.A. Accounts to avoid costly medical expenses due to gaps and ensure that all your medical needs are met
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Match to invest in your future wealth and retirement
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay to help you reset and come back rejuvenated and refreshed
• Monthly company events to promote team cohesion
• Wellness Days to focus on being your best self. We want you to have time to disconnect and recharge in a way that works for you
• The opportunity to work for a growing organization where you are valued and can have a direct impact
• Quarterly off-site meetings with your manager to celebrate wins, issue solve and ensure you are set up for success. Plus, the process is rewarding, and the results are great for your career

Who you are – We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have at least two years of painting experience
• Knowledge of and expertise with framing, trim, finish work, window/door/cabinet installation, tiling, roofing, drywall/painting
• Have a High School diploma or GED
• Have ethical and professional conduct and integrity beyond reproach
• Have the ability to work overtime as needed during high-demand times and capacity shortages

Some additional things you will need:

• A valid driver’s license and dependable vehicle.
• Availability to work longer hours and weekends during prime leasing season and turnover
• Willingness to spend long periods of time standing and to work outside in all weather conditions

Physical Requirements

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Work on ladders to reach high ceilings or walls

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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