Hospitality | Property Maintenance | Indoor & Outdoor | Detail-Oriented Bring Spaces to Life. Take Pride in the Details. Keep Properties Looking Their Best. Ambient Recruiting is partnering with a premier Northern Michigan hospitality property to hire a dependable and skilled Painter for a full-time, year-round position. In this role, you'll be responsible for preparing, painting, and finishing a variety of surfaces throughout the property. You'll manage work orders, prioritize projects, coordinate with other departments, and ensure painting projects are completed efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards. If you take pride in your work, have strong attention to detail, and enjoy seeing a project go from preparation to finished product, this could be a great opportunity for you. What You'll Be Doing As a Painter, you'll: Plan painting projects when needed, including timelines, processes, and required materials Communicate project plans and timelines clearly with supervisors and other departments Take direction from your supervisor and complete tasks according to priority Manage work orders and organize projects efficiently Coordinate with other departments to minimize disruption to daily operations Prepare surfaces by washing, cleaning, smoothing, and stripping old paint Patch nail holes, cracks, joints, and other imperfections using caulk, putty, plaster, or similar materials Match and mix paint to achieve specific colors and finishes Select and use premixed paint when appropriate Remove pictures, switch plates, fixtures, and other items before painting Protect floors, furniture, trim, and surrounding areas using drop cloths, tape, and paper Apply paint using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment depending on the project Recreate decorative textures and finishes such as wood grain, marble, brick, or tile when required Use cloths, sponges, brushes, and other tools to create specific finishes and effects Set up and safely use ladders and scaffolding to reach elevated areas Apply mildew remover and properly prepare affected surfaces when necessary Maintain clean and organized work areas throughout each project Clean and properly store painting tools and equipment after completing projects Follow workplace safety procedures and proper equipment practices Complete additional maintenance and painting duties as assigned What We're Looking For Successful candidates will have: Previous painting, maintenance, or skilled trade experience preferred Strong attention to detail Ability to follow written and verbal instructions Ability to prioritize multiple work orders and projects Strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good communication skills Ability to work efficiently while maintaining quality standards Reliable attendance and strong work ethic Professional attitude and pride in workmanship Ability to safely use ladders and scaffolding Willingness to work in a variety of environments and on different surfaces Preferred Qualifications Previous professional painting experience Experience with residential or commercial painting Experience with paint matching and color mixing Experience using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment Experience with decorative painting or specialty finishes Experience with drywall patching, caulking, plaster, or surface repair General property maintenance experience Experience managing work orders and project priorities Why You'll Love This Opportunity Full-time, year-round employment Stable opportunity in the Petoskey area Variety of painting and maintenance projects Opportunity to work independently while collaborating with multiple departments Opportunity to develop and use skilled trade experience Hands-on work with a variety of surfaces, finishes, and projects Team-oriented work environment Opportunity for long-term career growth What to Expect This is a hands-on position where you'll work on a variety of painting and finishing projects. You'll spend your days preparing surfaces, repairing imperfections, applying paint and finishes, and completing work orders based on operational priorities. Projects may involve working at different heights and using ladders or scaffolding. Attention to detail is especially important in this position. You'll be expected to protect surrounding areas, properly prepare surfaces, match colors and finishes, and leave completed work looking clean and professional. You'll also work closely with other departments to schedule and complete projects while minimizing disruption to daily operations. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, organized, and takes pride in quality workmanship. Success in this role comes from completing projects efficiently, maintaining high standards, and communicating effectively with supervisors and other departments. Why Ambient Recruiting? Ambient Recruiting, formerly PMP Personnel Services, has been connecting talented people with great employers throughout Northern Michigan for more than 30 years. While our name has evolved, our mission remains the same: helping people find careers where they can succeed. When you apply with Ambient Recruiting, you're gaining access to opportunities with some of Northern Michigan's best employers. Our recruiters take the time to understand your skills, experience, schedule preferences, career goals, and workplace preferences so we can connect you with positions that truly fit. With access to a wide network of employers throughout Northern Michigan, one application opens the door to far more than a single position. One application. Multiple opportunities. A recruiting team invested in your success. Apply Today Ready to put your painting and maintenance skills to work in a year-round position? Apply today with Ambient Recruiting and let our recruiting team connect you with this Painter opportunity and other skilled trade, maintenance, and hospitality positions throughout Northern Michigan. We look forward to helping you find a position where you can put your skills to work, grow professionally, and take pride in the work you accomplish every day.
