Painter (Full-time)

<div class="content-intro"><p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div><p><strong>Inspire Quality and Take Pride in Your Craft – Painter Opportunity&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Locations:</strong> The Village at Orchard Ridge - Winchester, VA</p> <p><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full time</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <div><strong>Compensation: </strong>$18.50–$24.00 per hour (final rate determined based on skills and experience).</div> <p>You take pride in a job well done. You notice the details others miss. Now you’re looking for a role where your craftsmanship helps create spaces that truly feel like home.</p> <p>As a Painter at The Village at Orchard Ridge, you’ll play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the environment where residents live, connect, and thrive. This is more than painting walls — it’s about contributing to a community where care, comfort, and appearance matter every day.</p> <p>If you’re a skilled painter who values consistency, quality, and purpose in your work, this is your opportunity to bring your expertise to a mission-driven organization that invests in its people and community.</p> <p><strong>What Makes This Role Different for You</strong></p> <ul> <li>You’ll work in a not-for-profit environment where resources are reinvested into residents, team members, and the communities themselves.</li> <li>You’ll be part of a close-knit team that values craftsmanship, responsiveness, and creating welcoming spaces.</li> <li>You’ll be part of a team that values craftsmanship, responsiveness, and creating welcoming spaces for residents and staff.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Make the Environment Feel Like Home</strong></p> <p>On any given day, you might prepare and paint resident apartments for new move-ins, refresh common areas, complete touch-ups throughout the community, or collaborate with maintenance teams on larger projects. Your work directly impacts first impressions, resident satisfaction, and overall community pride.</p> <p>In this role, you’ll manage painting projects throughout the campus, ensuring high-quality results, timely completion of work orders, and attention to detail in every space.</p> <p><strong>You will:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Perform interior and exterior painting, staining, and finishing work&nbsp;</li> <li>Perform scheduled painting and wallcovering in apartments and common areas</li> <li>Prepare and restore surfaces in vacant units to support move-in readiness</li> <li>Complete drywall repairs, patching, sanding, and surface preparation</li> <li>Prepare surfaces for painting (cleaning, caulking, priming, minor repairs)</li> <li>Maintain common areas with routine painting, touch-ups, and repairs</li> <li>Match paint colors and finishes for consistency throughout the community</li> <li>Use the work order system to manage and complete assigned tasks</li> <li>Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas with minimal disruption to residents</li> <li>Follow OSHA safety standards and proper equipment/material handling</li> <li>Identify and report maintenance issues requiring additional support</li> <li>Assist with general maintenance tasks as needed</li> <li>Provide professional, resident-focused service at all times</li> <li>Perform other duties as assigned</li> </ul> <p><strong>What You Bring</strong></p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalent required</li> <li>2+ years of painting or general maintenance experience preferred</li> <li>Experience with interior/exterior painting, drywall repair, and surface preparation</li> <li>Ability to use power tools and painting equipment</li> <li>Basic understanding of OSHA safety standards</li> <li>Proven experience in residential or commercial painting</li> <li>Strong knowledge of painting techniques, surface preparation, and materials</li> <li>Ability to work independently and manage time across multiple locations</li> <li>Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship</li> <li>Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between assigned communities</li> <li>Strong communication and teamwork skills</li> <li>Experience in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality settings is a plus</li> <li>Ability to read and speak English</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why This Role Matters</strong></p> <p>Your work helps create an environment that feels safe, clean, and welcoming for residents and their families. From move-in readiness to ongoing upkeep, your craftsmanship plays a direct role in how people experience life at The Village at Orchard Ridge.</p> <p><strong>Culture defines who we are</strong>. At National Lutheran Communities &amp; Services, we cultivate a culture of transparency, inclusion, and empowerment—where everyone is valued, respected, and encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work. We invest in your well-being with exceptional benefits and perks, including:</p> <ul> <li>Up to 5 weeks of PTO in your first year</li> <li>403(b) retirement plan with employer matching</li> <li>Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance</li> <li>Employer-paid life and disability coverage</li> <li>Professional development and tuition reimbursement</li> <li>Recognition programs, wellness initiatives, and discounted meals</li> <li>Pet insurance and additional holistic benefits</li> </ul> <p>At NLCS, you are more than a Painter — you are part of a team that helps create spaces where people truly feel at home.</p> <p><strong>Apply today and bring your craftsmanship to life at The Village at Orchard Ridge.</strong></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div>