Centralized Painter - Houston, TX

At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment.

Role Overview

As a Painter, Integrated Facilities Management, you'll deliver high-quality painting and surface-repair work across assigned properties to support timely, efficient unit turns and facility upkeep. You'll complete repaints, touch-ups, and drywall repairs with strong attention to detail, maintain organized and well-stocked paint operations, and collaborate with service teams to meet daily goals. This role requires routine travel between properties and a focus on safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement.

Painting & Repair Execution

• Complete full-unit repaints or touch-up paints each day (typically one full repaint or two touch-ups per day, based on workload expectations).
• Perform drywall repairs, including patching, sanding, and texture matching.
• Execute paint prep work, surface repairs, priming, and finish applications for both interiors and exteriors.
• Match, mix, and apply coatings using brush, roller, and spray equipment; follow spray equipment maintenance protocols.
• Support timely and high-quality completion of unit turns and projects, contributing to operational efficiency and improved success rates.
• Travel regularly between assigned properties to support portfolio-wide painting needs.

• Maintain a consistently high standard of workmanship that reflects organizational expectations for appearance, durability, and professional presentation.
• Ensure the paint shop is clean, well-organized, stocked, debris-free, and opened/closed according to established procedures.
• Keep all painting tools and spray equipment in excellent condition, performing routine maintenance and identifying repair needs promptly.
• Follow proper safety protocols, including OSHA, MSDS, and elevated-work procedures.
• Proactively report issues affecting schedule, material availability, quality, or timely completion of tasks.

• Collaborate with Service Managers and service teams to meet daily goals and align on priorities.
• Offer process-improvement recommendations that enhance efficiency, reduce waste, support green practices, or elevate overall painting operations.
• Identify and communicate training needs or resource gaps to leadership to ensure timely, high-quality performance.
• Document all completed work, materials used, and follow-up needs in the CMMS; communicate clearly with residents or building occupants when relevant.
• Demonstrate strong reliability and autonomy by working effectively with minimal supervision.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of interior residential painting experience; custom home painting experience is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between assigned properties; vehicle insurance as required.
• Proficiency in brush, roller, and spray application; strong spray-prep skills.
• Ability to complete small drywall repairs and texture matching (larger repairs a plus).
• Working knowledge of spray equipment, elevated safety procedures, OSHA regulations, and MSDS requirements.
• Ability to work at heights using ladders, lifts, or scaffolding.
• Strong ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; English speaking preferred.
• Availability to work all shifts, including weekends when needed.
• Familiarity with maintenance management software (CMMS) or willingness to learn.