Painter I

Medxcel • Nashville, TN

13d

About The Position

The Painter I applies protective and decorative coatings, including paint, varnish, and lacquer, to interior and exterior surfaces and property. The role prepares surfaces by washing, scraping, and sanding, and maintains existing paint through matching and tinting. It also installs, repairs, and maintains drywall, wall texturing, vinyl wall coverings, and acoustic ceiling texturing.

The Painter I operates and maintains painting and power equipment, including compressors, spray equipment, sandblasters, and heavy lift equipment such as scissors or boom stages up to 80 feet. The role safely handles and disposes of hazardous materials, follows Standard Precautions, and uses required personal protective equipment. Other duties include erecting scaffolding and staging, creating and applying graphics and signage layouts to comply with DOT, safety, and ADA requirements, communicating work-order status and procedures, supporting special projects, attending assigned meetings and training, and performing other duties as assigned.

This is a full-time, first-shift position in the Facilities department at St. Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee.

Requirements

• Other equivalent combination of relevant education or experience.

Nice To Haves

• Trade school graduation preferred.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply protective and decorative coats, including paint, varnish, and lacquer, to interior and exterior surfaces and property.
• Prepare surfaces by washing, scraping, and sanding; maintain existing paint through matching and tinting.
• Install, repair, and maintain drywall, wall texturing, vinyl wall coverings, and acoustic ceiling texturing.
• Operate and maintain painting and power equipment, including compressors, spray equipment, sandblasters, and heavy lift equipment such as scissors or boom stages up to 80 feet.
• Safely handle and dispose of hazardous materials, follow Standard Precautions, and use required personal protective equipment.
• Erect scaffolding and staging as needed to reach work surfaces.
• Create and apply graphics and signage layouts that comply with DOT, safety, and ADA requirements.
• Communicate work-order status and procedures to personnel for decision-making and compliance.
• Support special projects, participate in assigned meetings, workshops, and training, and complete other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, with HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Pro-rated paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement, ongoing professional development, and online learning.
• Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed