Painter Assistant Jobs in Reston, VA (NOW HIRING)

WC Smith is seeking a Painter to join our Property Services team. This position is responsible for preparing and painting residential apartments, common areas, and other property surfaces to maintain the appearance and quality of our communities. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work in occupied and vacant apartment homes.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

THE PAINTER WILL:

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, patching, caulking, and priming as needed.
• Paint apartment homes, hallways, offices, common areas, and exterior surfaces as assigned.
• Complete apartment turnover painting to ensure units are move-in ready.
• Match paint colors and finishes to existing specifications.
• Repair minor drywall damage and prepare surfaces for painting.
• Maintain painting equipment, tools, and supplies in a safe and organized manner.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Communicate professionally with residents, team members, and vendors.
• Assist with other maintenance and property improvement projects as needed.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE HAS:

• Three or more years of residential or commercial painting experience.
• Experience with apartment turnovers or multifamily housing preferred.
• Knowledge of proper surface preparation, painting techniques, and finishing methods.
• Ability to safely operate painting equipment and use hand and power tools.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical work including standing, climbing ladders, bending, reaching, and working in varying weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines.

BENEFITS FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES (AVERAGE OF 30 OR MORE HOURS PER WEEK):

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Advocate support services
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Ten paid holidays annually
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Legal insurance options
• Free on-site parking

ABOUT WC SMITH

WC Smith is a leading multidisciplinary real estate company firmly grounded in the District of Columbia. We have provided integrated real estate services to the DC metropolitan area for over 50 years, developing and managing a portfolio in excess of 10,000 units of residential real estate. Founded in 1968, WC Smith has built a reputation as one of the most capable and respected property management and development organizations in the area. What sets WC Smith apart from other firms is our holistic approach to community building. We believe it takes more than attractive housing and office buildings to sustain neighborhoods, and over the past 50 years, we have developed a successful model for creating and maintaining healthy communities. Our projects uniquely combine the city’s long-term vision for growth with our residents’ vision for how a community best serves their needs and desires. We are committed to the viability and sustainability of the neighborhoods we create and to the well-being of the people who live there and inhabit them. We are looking for self-starters and go-getters who demonstrate the resourcefulness, enthusiasm, and relationship-building skills essential to offering the best level of service and communication to clients and team members. Our employees enjoy a friendly work environment in the rapidly developing Capitol Riverfront area, a focus on personal and professional wellness, and opportunities for professional growth. WC Smith is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Employment decisions are made based on business needs, qualifications, and merit. If you need assistance or accommodation, you may reach us at careers @wcsmith.com

WC Smith does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings or otherwise. Placement fees will not be paid to any recruiter unless WC Smith has an active agreement in place with the recruiter and such a request has been made by the Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the WC Smith Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System. Any unsolicited resumes or other data submitted to WC Smith in violation of this policy may be used by WC Smith without obligation to pay any fees of any kind to the recruiter. Any recruiting agencies or third parties interested in future partnership, please contact careers @wcsmith.com. Failure to comply, could impact future potential partnership.