Painter

Company Description Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a renowned luxury hotel brand with a global presence and a commitment to creating lasting memories for our guests. With over 30,000 colleagues worldwide, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional service, fostering a culture of excellence, and making special happen. Hotel Overview: Located in the heart of downtown Fairmont New Orleans will be an impressive new addition to Fairmont’s luxury portfolio, offering 250 luxury guest rooms, four food & drink venues, a rooftop pool with expansive views of the city, more than 19,000 square feet of function space, and a 10,000 square-foot spa. This property is destined to become an illustrious destination in the Central Business District, nearby the city’s renowned and historic French Quarter. Essential Responsibilities  - Perform interior and exterior painting, touch-ups, staining, sealing, and finishing throughout the hotel.  - Maintain the appearance of guest rooms, corridors, public areas, meeting spaces, restaurants, back-of-house areas, and other assigned areas.  - Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, patching, caulking, priming, and repairing imperfections prior to painting.  - Match existing colors, finishes, textures, and patterns to maintain consistent hotel presentation.  - Repair minor drywall, plaster, wall, and surface damage as required.  - Complete touch-up work promptly in response to maintenance requests and inspections.  - Maintain a high standard of workmanship while minimizing disruption to guests and hotel operations.  - Protect furniture, flooring, fixtures, and guest belongings while completing painting and repair work.  - Properly use, clean, and maintain painting tools, equipment, and supplies.  - Maintain appropriate inventory of paints, materials, tools, and supplies and communicate shortages to Engineering leadership.  - Safely store paints, chemicals, and other materials in accordance with hotel procedures and applicable regulations.  - Maintain accurate records of completed work and materials used as required.  - Respond promptly to work orders and prioritize assignments based on operational needs.  - Communicate effectively with Engineering colleagues and other hotel departments regarding maintenance projects and room or public-area requirements.  - Support preventative maintenance and hotel improvement projects as assigned.  - Follow all workplace safety, chemical handling, environmental, and hotel policies.  - Maintain a clean and organized work area at all times.  - Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor consistent with Fairmont New Orleans standards.  - Perform additional duties as assigned.  - Previous painting or maintenance experience required.  - Previous hotel, resort, commercial, or luxury hospitality experience preferred.  - Knowledge of painting techniques, surface preparation, drywall repair, and finishing applications.  - Ability to accurately match colors and finishes.  - Knowledge of proper handling and storage of paints and chemicals.  - Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.  - Strong organizational and time-management skills.  - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.  - Ability to prioritize multiple work orders and respond to changing operational needs.  - Strong communication and teamwork skills.  - Ability to work professionally around guests and colleagues.  - Must be able to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, evenings, and extended shifts as operationally required.  - Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.