Painter - Regional Maintenance Assistant

National Health Care Associates•Bangor, ME

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Regional Painter & Maintenance Assistant is a regional position centered around the Bangor area and serving several long-term care nursing facilities in Northern Maine. The role requires travel between facilities to meet painting needs and respond to additional maintenance needs. Mileage is reimbursed. The Painter performs painting and wallpaper-hanging work, including preparing, painting, finishing, and maintaining a wide variety of interior and exterior surfaces and structures. The position also supports facility maintenance and helps ensure a safe, comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors. Westgate is an affiliate of National Health Care Associates, a family-run organization founded in 1984. Its centers provide short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care. The organization describes its values as Kindness, Service, Compassion, and Excellence and offers a supportive, collaborative, Great Place to Work Certified environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three to five years of experience in the field.
Knowledge of commercial and industrial painting practices and processes, including paints, varnishes, lacquers, enamels, epoxies, paint removers, related materials, their properties, and their application.
Knowledge of applicable code requirements, maintenance methods and practices for tools, machinery, and equipment, and painting-trade occupational hazards and precautions.
Previous experience in building maintenance, facilities management, or a related field; healthcare or long-term care experience is preferred.
Knowledge of basic maintenance principles, techniques, and tools, with proficiency in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry repairs.
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards.
Commitment to safety standards, regulatory compliance, and ethical conduct in maintenance operations.
Ability to travel to facilities across Northern Maine.

Nice To Haves

Building maintenance, facilities management, or related experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting.

Responsibilities

Prepare surfaces for painting and finishing.
Apply undercoats and finish coats using a range of application methods and materials.
Mix and match paints and finishes.
Advise on the selection and storage of painting materials.
Maintain inventory of painting supplies, tools, and equipment; monitor usage and replenish stock as needed.
Collaborate with nursing, housekeeping, administration, and other departments to address painting-related issues, respond to resident requests, and support facility operations.
Assist with routine maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry repairs.
Help maintain facility exterior grounds, including landscaping, lawn care, snow removal, and outdoor maintenance.
Inspect and maintain facility equipment, including elevators, generators, and fire safety systems, to support regulatory compliance and safety.
Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment; monitor usage and replenish stock as needed.
Collaborate with other departments to address maintenance-related issues and resident requests and support facility operations.