Painter

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! Part of a nation wide family of Continuing Care Retirement Communities is seeking a Painter. The purpose of this position is to assure that campus buildings and grounds are well maintained. The Painter is responsible for providing interior and exterior painting. This position includes surface repairs, preparation and application of paint in a manner that is consistent with industry and government standards and safety regulations. In this role, the Painter will: Understand and complies with the principle that the Facilities Management Department works as a team, supporting and encouraging one another. Accept and complete work requests that are within experience, training and skill set on time. Wear appropriate uniform, footwear and PPE for assignments. Use purchased pre-mixed paints and stains. Ability to match existing colors and finishes. Prepare all types of interior surfaces for painting, staining and/ or finishing. Uses rollers and brushes as appropriate for project. Skilled and experienced use of electric sprayers if needed. Remove and re-installs electric outlets, wall switch covers, vents and panels. Removes old wall coverings efficiently and safely. Prepare drywall for different types of wall coverings. Ability to create matched plaster textures with sprayer. Install grab bars and other accessories. Hang pictures and other decorations. Order supplies and parts from approved vendors. The ideal candidate will have: High school education. Two years of experience in related work needed. Pool and spa operators certificate. Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing to staff, residents and visitors and to follow oral and written directions required. Good human relation skills who can explain the operation of Facilities Management systems to residents and staff. Dependability flexibility, motivation and have a willingness to take initiative. Pay range: $16.59 - $22.94 per hour For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays 403(b) with a 3% employer match Fitness center use at most facilities. Various voluntary benefits: Life, AD&D Tuition assistance and scholarships Employee assistance program Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program Pet Insurance For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org. Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances. We believe we are a great place to work. Covenant Living & CovenantCare at Home are faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) & Home Health organization. From the establishment of our first community – Covenant Home of Chicago in 1886 – to becoming the fifth-largest not-for-profit CCRC sponsor in the LeadingAge Ziegler Top 150, our goal has been to provide outstanding care and services to senior adults. We believe we are inspired to serve. We create joy and peace of mind for residents and their families by providing a better way of life. These are the standards of behavior we hold ourselves to in serving our residents. Safety I learn & follow safety policies & procedures. I immediately report unsafe conditions for staff, residents, & guests and fix when possible. I protect residents, co-workers, & myself from unsafe conditions and practices by reporting unsafe conditions and fixing it or having it fixed. Courtesy I smile & acknowledge everyone that I encounter. I carry myself in a manner that projects positivity, approachability, & respectfulness. I address the concerns of others by actively listening & seeking solutions. Responsiveness I take initiative to respond to the needs of others in a timely manner to achieve resolution. I anticipate the needs of others and respond in a timely manner. I communicate to others who need to join me in responding to the needs of others. I return phone calls within 24 hours. I identify action steps and communicate them to all vested parties. Image I ensure our environment is professional, welcoming, & clean. I follow CL policies, procedures, & all regulations. We believe in making a difference in other’s lives. We have approximately 3,200 employees serving more than 5,000 residents in our nationwide family of continuing care retirement communities and home health. Construction and development continues on several of our 14 campuses, ensuring ever more exciting opportunities for employees to serve residents.

Salary : $17 - $23