At least 1 year of professional painting experience is required; apartment or residential painting experience is preferred.
Reliable transportation to get to work.
Strong communication skills to interact professionally with residents, vendors, and team members.
Ability to work independently, follow directions, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Responsibilities
Prepare surfaces by cleaning, patching drywall, repairing minor damage, sanding, and priming.
Paint interior walls, ceilings, trim, doors, and cabinets in occupied and vacant units.
Complete full unit repaints during turnovers.
Perform touch-ups in common areas and occupied apartments as needed.
Ensure all work complies with safety standards, building codes, and company policies.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Work closely with the maintenance team to prepare apartment homes for new residents, complete touch-ups, and enhance the overall aesthetic of the community.
Desired Qualifications
Apartment or residential painting experience.
Come join the growing team at Bender Companies!
Bender Companies is anowner-operator specializing in the acquisition and management of value-addmultifamily properties. Since itsinceptionin 2011, Bender Companies hasestablisheda proventrack recordof high performing investments through strategic acquisitions, mitigating risk, and effective management.Today, Bender Companies owns andoperates 28 properties throughout the Midwest withnearly 6,000units.
We are a high growth companythat valuesintegrity,initiative, and inclusion.If you are looking for a companywhere you can see your impactmakea difference in the company, this may be the place for you
What We are Looking For:
Bender Companies is seeking a skilled and dedicated Apartment Painter to join our team at one of our apartment communities in Steger. The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional who takes pride in their work and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
To succeed in this role, you should have strong attention to detail, knowledge of proper surface preparation and painting techniques, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The right candidate will be self-motivated, organized, and able to follow direction while also working independently when needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19-$21 per hour
Schedule:
8 AM to 4:30 PM (however hours may vary)
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Here are some things that will make you successful:
Reliable transportation to get to work
1+ year of professional painting experience (apartment or residential preferred)
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with residents, vendors, and team members
Ability to work independently, follow directions, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
What you will be doing:
As a Painter at Bender Companies, you will play a key role in maintaining the overall appearance and condition of the apartment community. You will be responsible for completing painting projects efficiently, safely, and to company standards.
In this role, you will work closely with the maintenance team to prepare apartment homes for new residents, complete touch-ups, and enhance the overall aesthetic of the community.
Core responsibilities include:
Prepare surfaces by cleaning, patching drywall, repairing minor damage, sanding, and priming
Paint interior walls, ceilings, trim, doors, and cabinets in occupied and vacant units
Complete full unit repaints during turnovers (make-readies)
Perform touch-ups in common areas and occupied apartments as needed
Ensure all work complies with safety standards, building codes, and company policies
Perform additional duties as assigned
Where you will work:
This position will require you to work on-site at the property in Steger.
Why work for Bender Companies:
90% employer-paid coverage of base Medical Insurance plan
75% employer-paid coverage of base Dental Insurance plan
75% employer-paid coverage of Vision Insurance plan
401K with company match
11 Paid Holidays
2 weeks of annual PTO
16 hours of personal time
Exciting company growth and potential for career advancement
Supportive Team
Mission focused on providing quality workforce housing
Background checks will be performed on all qualified applicants.