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Painter

Thompson Hospitality
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/21/2026
Overview

We’re hiring a skilled and detail-oriented Painter to join our facilities team! In this role, you'll handle all aspects of surface preparation, painting, and finishing across various campus buildings. Responsibilities include cleaning and prepping surfaces, applying paint and specialty finishes, and maintaining painting tools and equipment. You'll follow safety protocols, use PPE, and ensure clean, organized workspaces throughout each project. If you take pride in high-quality craftsmanship, have experience with a range of painting techniques, and are committed to safety and professionalism, we’d love to have you on our team!

Responsibilities

  • Clean, sand, scrape, and prepare surfaces for painting.
  • Fill cracks, holes, and joints with appropriate materials.
  • Apply primers or sealers to surfaces as needed.
  • Apply paint, varnish, lacquer, or other finishes using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
  • Mix and match paints to achieve desired colors and textures.
  • Apply specialty finishes, such as faux finishes or murals, as required.
  • Operate and maintain painting equipment, including brushes, rollers, sprayers, and power washers.
  • Clean and store tools and equipment properly after use.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Completion of a formal apprenticeship program or vocational training in painting is preferred.
  • Proven experience as a painter, with a strong portfolio of completed projects.
  • Experience with various painting techniques and materials.
  • Excellent attention to detail and craftsmanship.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
  • Good communication skills to collaborate with team members and clients.
  • Ability to lift and move heavy objects (up to 50 pounds).
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
  • Ability to operate painting equipment safely and effectively.

Who We Are:

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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