Painter

Company Description

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a renowned luxury hotel brand with a global presence and a commitment to creating lasting memories for our guests. With over 30,000 colleagues worldwide, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional service, fostering a culture of excellence, and making special happen.

Hotel Overview:

Located in the heart of downtown Fairmont New Orleans will be an impressive new addition to Fairmont’s luxury portfolio, offering 250 luxury guest rooms, four food & drink venues, a rooftop pool with expansive views of the city, more than 19,000 square feet of function space, and a 10,000 square-foot spa.

This property is destined to become an illustrious destination in the Central Business District, nearby the city’s renowned and historic French Quarter.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform interior and exterior painting, touch-ups, staining, sealing, and finishing throughout the hotel.
• Maintain the appearance of guest rooms, corridors, public areas, meeting spaces, restaurants, back-of-house areas, and other assigned areas.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, patching, caulking, priming, and repairing imperfections prior to painting.
• Match existing colors, finishes, textures, and patterns to maintain consistent hotel presentation.
• Repair minor drywall, plaster, wall, and surface damage as required.
• Complete touch-up work promptly in response to maintenance requests and inspections.
• Maintain a high standard of workmanship while minimizing disruption to guests and hotel operations.
• Protect furniture, flooring, fixtures, and guest belongings while completing painting and repair work.
• Properly use, clean, and maintain painting tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of paints, materials, tools, and supplies and communicate shortages to Engineering leadership.
• Safely store paints, chemicals, and other materials in accordance with hotel procedures and applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work and materials used as required.
• Respond promptly to work orders and prioritize assignments based on operational needs.
• Communicate effectively with Engineering colleagues and other hotel departments regarding maintenance projects and room or public-area requirements.
• Support preventative maintenance and hotel improvement projects as assigned.
• Follow all workplace safety, chemical handling, environmental, and hotel policies.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area at all times.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor consistent with Fairmont New Orleans standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Previous painting or maintenance experience required.
• Previous hotel, resort, commercial, or luxury hospitality experience preferred.
• Knowledge of painting techniques, surface preparation, drywall repair, and finishing applications.
• Ability to accurately match colors and finishes.
• Knowledge of proper handling and storage of paints and chemicals.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize multiple work orders and respond to changing operational needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work professionally around guests and colleagues.
• Must be able to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, evenings, and extended shifts as operationally required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.