Sander Painter Residential Commercial Construction

Overview

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

$28 - $40 hourly