Current Career Opportunities

Position 1 Title: Full-Time Apartment Painter

Company: Schmelz Contracting Services (Part of the ELS Family of Companies)
Location: Serving Franklin & Warren County – including Union, Washington, St. Clair, Sullivan, Warrenton MO


About Us:
Schmelz Contracting Services is a trusted name in residential property services and part of the ELS family of companies. We manage a growing portfolio of apartment communities and are looking to expand our construciton laborer team with a reliable and detail-oriented professional.


Position Overview:

We are seeking a full-time Apartment Painter to join our team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring our apartments are move-in ready for residents. The ideal candidate is dependable, energetic, skilled and takes pride in maintaining a high level of attention to detail.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare surfaces for painting, including patching holes, sanding, and priming of vacant units for re-occupancy
  • Apply paint using brushes and rollers to walls, ceiling, and other surfaces
  • Maintain cleanliness of the work area.
  • Inspect completed work for accuracy, consistency, and overall quality.
  • Report painting supply needs


What We Provide:

  • All painting supplies, equipment and clothing
  • A collaborative, supportive work environment


Schedule:

  • Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • 40 hours per week (full-time)


Compensation & Benefits:

  • Starting pay range: $22.00 to $24.00 per hour
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance (after 60-day introductory period)
  • SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with 3% employer match
  • Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)


Requirements:

  • Valid driver's license and auto insurance
  • Reliable personal vehicle (used to travel to job sites)
  • Ability to lift at least 50 lbs
  • Comfortable with squatting, bending, and kneeling
  • Direct deposit required
  • Previous residential painting experience


Ready to Join Our Team?

We welcome your application! Submit your resume today for immediate consideration and take the next step toward a rewarding career in property services.

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Employment Benefits Package Includes:

  • Competitive pay
  • Health insurance plan (50% subsidized)
  • Dental insurance plan (50% subsidized)
  • Vision insurance plan (50%) subsidized)
  • Simple IRA retirement plan with a 3% match by employer
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Holiday Pay (Six major holidays and your birthday!)
  • Weekly direct deposit (Payroll every Friday)
  • Employee discount of 10% of rent on our owned properties after 6 months of employment, subject to rental requirements.
  • Continiuing education opportunities



Have questions?


We're happy to help! For any inquiries about our open positions, the application process, or our company culture, please contact:

Deneise Taylor

Human Resources

dtaylor@els-properties.com