At Cortland, you map the story of your success. We don't adhere to the status quo, we love outside industry perspective, and we thrive on exploring possibilities and reimagining solutions. As an innovative leader in multifamily, our high performance continues to drive exponential growth – and we invite you to join us on our journey towards real estate excellence. With tools and guidance to sharpen your skills, you can forge your own career path, love what you do, and let it show.

The Centralized Painter through completing essential duties below ensures consistent top performance and presentation of Cortland Assets. Major responsibility for the Centralized Painter is collaborating with their leadership team to ensure that at least one full unit paint or two touch up paints per day are completed. Also, the painter will assist with any other painting needs as necessary to always maintain the highest level of quality.

• Ensure that Cortland SOE’s for the performance of painting related functions and individual associate presentation are consistently maintained.
• Complete at least one full unit paint or two touch up unit paints per day or assist with other painting needs as requested by the Service Manager.
• Complete small drywall repairs and paint prep functions.
• Ensure that paint shop is consistently well stocked, clean/debris free, set up and maintained to Cortland standard.
• Assist in consistent completion of daily paint shop opening/closing tasks.
• Always maintain all company paint equipment to as close to “as new” condition and follow paint spraying equipment maintenance protocols as written.
• Collaborate with the Service Manager and team to develop processes and programs to improve painting team operations and performance.
• Immediately report any support needs or training requests that will enhance the ability to perform the role and complete required duties in a timely manner.
• Immediately report any issues or concerns that arise affecting schedule or timely completion of painting tasks.
• All other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 + years’ experience within interior residential painting. Custom home painting is a plus.
• Working knowledge of spray equipment, elevated safety procedures, OSHA and MSDS regulations.
• Proficient with roller and brush work along with spraying, to include spray prep work.
• Ability to repair paint spray or trade equipment is a plus.
• Ability to complete small drywall repairs to include matching texture. Larger project ability is a plus.
• Willingness to learn more efficient procedures as developed.
• Ability to work on ladders or scaffolding as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
• Strong ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Good written and verbal communication skills. English speaking preferred.
• Availability to work all shifts, including weekends as needed.
• Working knowledge of maintenance management software a plus or must be willing to learn.

• Pay: $19-$21/hour.

• Depending on the position offered, regular full-time and part-time team members are eligible to participate in a bonus program in addition to their base salary or hourly rate.

• Benefits: Cortland offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefits, time off, 401(k) participation, voluntary supplemental life insurance, and a 20% rent discount on Cortland-owned communities according to occupancy thresholds.  Paid time off is offered for full-time corporate associates according to the Flexible Time Off policy.  Paid time off is offered for full-time and part-time community associates and part-time corporate associates according to our Regular Time Off policy.  Parental leave is offered for all full-time and salaried corporate positions.

At Cortland, we create, reimagine, and manage apartment communities for residents nationwide. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, we have communities and regional offices all over the country, as well as overseas. From product design and procurement to general contracting and property management, we do it all – to make sure our communities are the perfect setting for living life to its fullest.

Our success is fueled by our belief in a better life – where hospitality is always a given, each detail is worth a second thought, and every open door is a new opportunity to go beyond expectations. We come to work every day to create possibilities for people – possibilities that translate into superior living spaces and experiences designed to inspire our residents, associates, and investors to live a better life focused on what matters most to them.

Cortland is an equal opportunity employer, and we’re proud to support and celebrate diversity in the workplace. We are committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance with the application process and/or using our website, please email talentresources@cortland.com or call 404.965.3988. Cortland is a drug-free workplace. Cortland participates in e-verify to verify the employment status of all persons hired to work in the United States.