Facilities Technician (Painter)

About NWFEM

Northwest Facilities & Equipment Maintenance (NWFEM) provides commercial equipment and facilities maintenance and repair for quick service restaurants and commercial businesses in the Portland, OR and Seattle, WA metropolitan areas. We approach this work through the lens of synergy. It’s how we create outcomes that are both more efficient and enjoyable – for our internal team as well as our clients. Our long-standing relationships with customers are a testament to this commitment.

The why behind everything we do is relationships. To us, this means we work with people we enjoy, carve out an energizing work experience, and support our community.

We are looking for individuals who love their career and craft. Artisans that are excited to learn new techniques and skills to hone their trade and who are excited to share their learning with others. These will be the people that push forward our goals to become a learning organization, with a certification system that allows us to certify each other in our specialty fields, elevating the overall capability of the company, and creating empathy through understanding each other's challenges.

Our values that guide us in realizing this purpose every day are:

• Be Open
• Embrace the Challenge
• Do What You Say
• Think Brand

Job Summary

NWFEM provides a range of facilities maintenance/renovation services. Among those services is painting at commercial customer locations such as Starbucks, Chipotle, Black Rock Coffee, Red Robin, etc.. We are looking for an experienced professional painter who has completed painting jobs interior and exterior of commercial buildings, and also has a blend of trades skills ranging from general handyman skills, tile work, carpentry, refinishing, countertops, casework, cabinetry, drywall, etc. You would be the primary person we send painting jobs to, and we would add the other trade work into your schedule so that you always get your 40 hours in a week. Our ideal candidate is someone with a strong skill set in the trades, a positive outlook, good decision making, likes working with the team as much as they like working independently. Someone who has solid experience in commercial painting, is a problem solver, and brings a calm collaborative approach towards challenges that arise. A great communicator and happy to jump in and help the rest of the team. If you are a night owl, like the calm of the night shift, less traffic, enjoy the craftsmanship of the trades, this might be a good fit for you.

Available Shifts

• Night Shift, 4 days on 3 days off
• Multiple options for what days per week
• Full Time or Part Time available

 Basic Qualifications

• Passion for the painting trade
  
• Read, write, and speak English proficiently
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry 50lbs
• High level of attention to detail, quality, and customer service
• Proficient with Apple devices and must use various apps for timecard, work orders, and communication
• Ability to pass pre-employment MVR and background checks

Personality Traits

• Lifelong learner
• Professional
• Reliable
• Self-sufficient
• Positive Attitude
• Open to new/different ways of doing things
• Excellent communication skills

Key Responsibilities

• Perform site assessments for both small and large painting jobs
  
• Able to complete a variety of trade skills such as painting, drywall, mudding, woodworking, carpentry, light plumbing, light electric
• Professionally complete small, medium, and large size painting requests for our customers in a commercial setting
• Can complete a level 5 drywall painting finish
• Assist in creating SOP’s and process flows for painting activities
• Perform prepping and painting techniques in a detailed, organized, efficient manner while maintaining cleanliness and safety.
• Paint various surfaces including wood, doors, door frames, windows, drywall, concrete, ceiling tiles and grid, etc.
• Establish and maintain a good working relationship with team members, vendors, general contractors, etc.
• Determine the best method to complete the job based on customer requirements and meet with Lead/Dept Manager to review work orders instructions.
• Conduct equipment check and ensure equipment is functioning
• Verify materials, equipment, and supplies needed for each job
• Help create standardized kits to ensure painters are always set up for success
• Follow existing company policies and safety guidelines
• Accurately report all work time and work functions

What We Offer

• Profit sharing program
• 401k with company match
• Medical plan with dental and vision
• Flexible PTO plan
• Company provided devices

Next Steps

Upon submission, you will receive an application confirmation email. Please make sure to add app.bamboohr.com to your trusted sender list or regularly check your junk folder to ensure that you receive all correspondence regarding your application.

Salary will be dependent upon experience and skills. NWFEM offers comprehensive medical and dental insurance coverage following 60 days (about 2 months) of employment. Employees are eligible to participate in the company’s 401k/retirement plan following 1 year of employment. NWFEM is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity in our workforce. NWFEM provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this job description. The job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position.

Salary : $26 - $38