Sander - Painter – Residential & Commercial Construction

Touchstone Group Real Estate and Construction

Sander - Painter – Residential & Commercial Construction

Chicago, IL
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Touchstone Group Construction is seeking a skilled Sander / Painter to support high-quality residential and commercial construction and remodeling projects in the Chicago area. This role is ideal for a professional finisher who understands that proper surface preparation and attention to detail are essential to delivering exceptional results. We run organized job sites with clear scopes, realistic schedules, and a strong emphasis on craftsmanship, safety, and professionalism. Responsibilities: As a Sander / Painter, you will be responsible for preparing and finishing interior and exterior surfaces to a high standard across a variety of project types. Surface Preparation • Prepare surfaces for paint or finish by sanding, scraping, patching, caulking, and priming • Repair drywall imperfections, nail holes, seams, cracks, and minor surface defects • Mask, cover, and protect floors, fixtures, cabinetry, windows, and adjacent finishes • Ensure all surfaces are clean, smooth, and properly prepped prior to painting Painting & Finishing • Apply paint, stains, sealers, and coatings using brushes, rollers, and sprayers as required • Perform interior and exterior painting with consistent coverage, clean lines, and uniform finishes • Match colors, textures, and finishes per plans, specifications, or direction • Complete detailed finish and touch-up work during final project stages Jobsite & Quality Responsibilities • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite at all times • Follow project schedules and complete work efficiently without compromising quality • Identify surface or substrate issues and communicate them proactively to supervisors • Protect completed work and client property throughout the project duration Professional Standards • Follow company safety policies and OSHA guidelines • Coordinate work with other trades to ensure proper sequencing • Represent Touchstone Group Construction professionally with clients, inspectors, and team members Qualifications: Required Qualifications • Minimum 5 years of professional sanding and painting experience • Strong understanding of proper surface preparation, priming, and painting techniques • Experience with interior and exterior finishes • Ability to produce clean, consistent, and detail-oriented work • Familiarity with common painting tools, materials, and equipment • Reliable transportation to job sites throughout the Chicago area • Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical work for extended periods Preferred Qualifications • Experience with high-end residential or commercial finish work • Familiarity with spray applications and specialty coatings • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision • Strong eye for detail and finish quality • Experience working on occupied or client-facing job sites Professional Expectations • Dependable, punctual, and accountable • Clear communicator with a professional attitude • Takes pride in craftsmanship, cleanliness, and jobsite conduct • Team-oriented and respectful of jobsite protocols and other trades Compensation: $28 - $40 hourly

    • As a Sander / Painter, you will be responsible for preparing and finishing interior and exterior surfaces to a high standard across a variety of project types.Surface Preparation • Prepare surfaces for paint or finish by sanding, scraping, patching, caulking, and priming • Repair drywall imperfections, nail holes, seams, cracks, and minor surface defects • Mask, cover, and protect floors, fixtures, cabinetry, windows, and adjacent finishes • Ensure all surfaces are clean, smooth, and properly prepped prior to paintingPainting & Finishing • Apply paint, stains, sealers, and coatings using brushes, rollers, and sprayers as required • Perform interior and exterior painting with consistent coverage, clean lines, and uniform finishes • Match colors, textures, and finishes per plans, specifications, or direction • Complete detailed finish and touch-up work during final project stagesJobsite & Quality Responsibilities • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite at all times • Follow project schedules and complete work efficiently without compromising quality • Identify surface or substrate issues and communicate them proactively to supervisors • Protect completed work and client property throughout the project durationProfessional Standards • Follow company safety policies and OSHA guidelines • Coordinate work with other trades to ensure proper sequencing • Represent Touchstone Group Construction professionally with clients, inspectors, and team members