Painter

Proper Hospitality Careers•Palm Springs, CA

24d

About The Position

The Painter maintains and repairs painted and finished surfaces throughout public areas, guest rooms, meeting rooms, corridors, and outdoor areas. Work includes preparing surfaces, repairing drywall and plaster, matching colors and finishes, applying paint or protective coatings, and completing detailed touch-ups. The role also supports preventive maintenance of guest rooms, general facility maintenance, and guest-area repairs, while documenting work and reporting issues to the Engineering Supervisor or Manager. The Painter maintains painting tools and equipment, follows safety procedures and local regulations, participates in safety training, and coordinates maintenance activities with Housekeeping, Front Office, Management, and the Engineering team. The position requires attention to detail, practical problem-solving, organization, and professional communication with guests and colleagues. The work involves moving around the hotel, lifting materials up to 50 pounds, and occasionally climbing ladders, operating machinery, or working in confined spaces.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Hands-on experience with drywall repair and painting, including cutting, patching, sanding, texturing, and matching adjacent surfaces, colors, and finishes.
Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and general maintenance equipment.
Skill in detailed finish and touch-up work, including baseboards, crown molding, trim, and doors, and refinishing varnished and wood surfaces.
Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems independently using technical skills and practical knowledge.
Excellent time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple requests efficiently.
Strong communication skills and ability to interact professionally with guests, team members, and management.
Knowledge of safety protocols and practices for handling tools, chemicals, and equipment.
Ability to stand, walk, and move around the hotel property for extended periods.
Ability to lift and move equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to occasionally climb ladders, operate machinery, or work in confined spaces.

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical training in maintenance, engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Maintain public areas, guest rooms, meeting rooms, and corridors, including painting, wallpaper, color matching, drywall repair, and plastering.
Prepare surfaces by patching drywall, filling cracks, sanding, removing wallpaper, and priming work areas.
Apply paint, stains, or protective coatings to walls, ceilings, furnishings, doors, concrete, and other areas using rollers, brushes, and other application tools.
Inspect paint and surface conditions and proactively address maintenance needs.
Perform preventive maintenance of guest rooms in accordance with the hotel’s engineering schedule and guidelines.
Document maintenance activities, including repairs, inspections, and preventive measures, and report issues or irregularities to the Engineering Supervisor or Manager.
Assist with maintenance issues in guest rooms and common areas, completing repairs promptly and with minimal disruption to guests.
Perform touch-ups and repairs to furniture, fixtures, walls, and outdoor areas to meet hotel quality and safety standards.
Maintain painting equipment and tools in good working condition using accepted practices.
Report major repairs or system failures to the Engineering Supervisor or Manager and support follow-up and resolution.
Follow safety protocols and procedures and comply with local regulations while performing work.
Participate in safety training and use tools, equipment, and chemicals safely.
Help ensure hotel equipment and systems meet safety standards and inform management of potential hazards.
Coordinate maintenance efforts with Housekeeping, Front Office, and Management.
Assist the Engineering team with other maintenance projects as needed.
Communicate work-order status and unresolved issues to the Engineering Supervisor or Manager.