Painter II

inherent L3C•Chicago, IL
•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Inherent l3C is a startup located on the west side of Chicago that aims to make home buying and home maintenance easier by integrating aspects of the homeownership experience and partnering with civic, community, and business leaders. The company emphasizes coworker safety, training, and development. The Painter II prepares and paints surfaces in residential and/or commercial settings, protects work areas, finishes drywall, maintains tools and equipment, and follows safety and incident-reporting procedures. The role involves indoor work and travel around the Chicagoland area.

Requirements

  • Five years of residential and/or commercial painting experience.
  • Physical stamina and strength.
  • A safety-management mindset.
  • Focus on quality and process.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Willingness to travel throughout the Chicagoland area.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Certification in painting or a relevant field.

Responsibilities

  • Cover surfaces with cloth, plastic, or other appropriate materials to protect them during painting.
  • Prepare surfaces for painting by scraping and sanding.
  • Apply joint compound and tape to drywall to create a finished wall surface.
  • Fill nail holes, cracks, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other filler.
  • Apply paint or other finishes using brushes, rollers, or sprayers.
  • Clean and maintain work areas, tools, and equipment.
  • Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance, following manufacturer instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, and arranging repairs.
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Follow safety rules and regulations, including properly using required personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Follow safety and incident-reporting procedures and bring problems to the attention of operations.
  • Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
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