Painter (Regular Full Time)Location: Norfolk, VAPainter (With $3,000 New Hire Payment)About NRHA Founded in 1940, the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA) provides low-income families in Norfolk, Virginia with safe and well-maintained housing. It also plans and administers large-scale residential redevelopment programs within Norfolk.NRHA is an award-winning public housing authority that has been effective in obtaining private investment partners to fund new neighborhoods; improving low-income public housing; planning and building mixed-income communities; and offering programs that support residents receiving rental assistance on their path to self-sufficiency. NRHA aims to create and apply meaningful housing and neighborhood development programs to serve all residents of Norfolk, Virginia.NRHA looks for people who want to work in a challenging and progressive environment and make a positive difference in the community.About the Position NRHA seeks qualified candidates for the position of Painter. The job holder paints interiors of vacated public housing living units, in preparation of resident occupancy. Paints interiors and exteriors of NRHA-owned properties. Removes graffiti. Maintains painting supplies, materials, tools and equipment. Operates truck or other vehicle to travel to assigned work location. Processes work order documents. Key responsibilities of this position include:Paints interiors of vacated public housing units to prepare unit for occupancy: cleans and prepares surfaces to be painted; caulks and seals woodwork; prepares paint for application; takes appropriate safety precautions; wears respirator if operating spray painter; applies paint with sprayer, brush, or roller; inspects finished paint work and corrects problems; removes stray paint drippings; and removes painting tools from unit.Performs exterior and shop painting, including the refinishing of kitchen cabinets, as directed.Removes graffiti from surfaces as directed; may sand, paint, or use other methods to remove graffiti.Maintains painting materials, tools, and equipment: cleans and properly stores paints, tools, and equipment.Operates truck or other vehicle to travel to assigned work location; may transport equipment, materials, and supplies necessary to perform work assignment.Assists supervisor and other NRHA staff to coordinate schedule to turn vacated unit.Processes and completes work documentation including, but not limited to, work orders and schedule sheets.Performs other related work as required. About the Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate for this job will have:High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).Five years interior and exterior painting experience. Any combination or training, education, and experience necessary to obtain required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Must possess a current and valid driver’s license necessary to operate motor vehicle, and have and maintain an acceptable driving record. Pulmonary and Lung Respiratory Certification is required.Candidates with one or more of the following job-related experience, training, and certifications will be preferred over other candidates for employment: Vocational training in general maintenance, construction or mechanics.Those candidates who are selected for interview will be contacted directly by telephone. All other candidates will receive an email communication after the position is filled.NRHA offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. The pay range for this position is $37,440 to $42,078.40. The compensation offer will be determined by the candidate's work history and skill set. Benefits include VRS retirement; medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; tuition reimbursement options; public service loan forgiveness; and much more! NRHA offers a total of $3,000 in payments to new hires in this position paid in two installments. Want to make a positive difference in the community? NRHA is looking for you! NRHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants receive consideration for a position without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, or any other class protected by law. NRHA is an eVerify employer and reviews the eligibility of each employee to work in the United States. NRHA is a drug- and alcohol-free workplace. NRHA requires a criminal history record review for all positions. NRHA reserves the right to close or withdraw at any time any position it lists or advertises.