1099 Interior Residential Painter (Multi-Site)

About the role

We are hiring for: 1099 Interior Residential Painter (Multi-Site)

Type: Independent Contractor (Support Services)

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!

The Interior Residential Painter is an in-house position within the Facilities & Fleet (F&F) Department responsible for interior repainting and surface-finishing needs within occupied residential homes and facilities across RHA Health Services.

This role supports the upkeep, safety, and appearance of bedrooms, common areas, kitchens, trim, and other interior spaces by performing high-quality surface preparation and painting services while minimizing disruption to individuals supported and daily operations.

The Interior Residential Painter works collaboratively with Facilities leadership to assess project needs, recommend materials, and execute work efficiently. All materials are provided by the organization. This position requires travel to multiple RHA locations and includes a transportation allowance. This role does not include exterior work, sales, bidding, or customer collections.

Competitive pay and flexible schedule

The Interior Residential Painter is an in-house position responsible for interior repainting and surface-finishing needs within occupied residential homes and facilities across RHA Health Services.

Key advantages of this role include

• Interior repainting of occupied residential homes
• Bedrooms, common areas, kitchens, trim
• No ladders over 8 feet
• No exterior work
• No sales/no bidding/no customer collection
• Materials provided
• Transportation allowance

Key Responsibilities

• Perform interior painting projects across RHA facilities, and administrative buildings.
• Perform interior repainting projects in occupied residential homes, including:
• Bedrooms
• Common areas
• Kitchens
• Trim and interior finishes
• Maintain professional conduct and sensitivity when working in homes occupied by individuals supported.
• Prepare surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, scraping, patching, and priming walls, ceilings, doors, trim, and other surfaces.
• Conduct minor drywall repairs, including patching holes, cracks, and surface imperfections prior to painting.
• Perform light carpentry or minor maintenance tasks directly related to painting projects, as appropriate.
• Assess job sites and develop material estimates and scope of work, including recommended paint types, quantities, supplies, and preparation needs for each project.
• Assist with assembling supply lists and coordinating paint and material purchases in alignment with departmental processes.
• Safely operate and maintain painting tools and equipment, including ladders, sprayers, rollers, and brushes.
• Adhere to safety guidelines, including:
• Use of ladders no higher than 8 feet
• Compliance with all fall-prevention and equipment safety standards
• Ensure all work meets quality standards and infection control expectations appropriate for healthcare and residential environments.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of workspaces in active living environments both during and after project completion.
• Project scope may vary from full facility paint refreshes to targeted patchwork and touch-up projects.
• Complete all assigned work using company-provided materials and supplies.
• Coordinate work schedules with Facilities leadership to minimize disruption to operations and individuals supported.
• Identify and report facility conditions or maintenance concerns observed during painting projects.
• Coordinate transportation and travel in accordance with departmental transportation allowance guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Facilities and operational needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have own tools and vehicle
• Must have general liability insurance
• Minimum of 2-3 years of professional painting experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of surface preparation, paint application techniques, and material selection.
• Experience performing minor drywall repair and light maintenance tasks preferred.
• Construction or facilities maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to assess job requirements and estimate materials and supplies needed.
• Knowledge of safety practices related to painting, ladder use, and chemical handling.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple projects.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to interact professionally with staff and leadership.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to multiple locations. Frequent travel is required (up to 90 minutes around the Fayetteville area).
• Bilingual skills a plus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to perform tasks requiring sustained physical activity, such as sitting, standing, walking, or repetitive hand movements.
• Ability to stand, climb ladders, lift materials, and work in occupied facilities.
• Frequent use of standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and other peripherals.
• Ability to lift and carry items within a reasonable weight range, if necessary.
• Regular use of technology and exposure to prolonged periods of screen time.

Pre-employment screening

• Complete criminal background
• Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
• Drug testing
• Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
• Proof of employment history or references (if required)
• Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.

We offer the following benefits to employees

• Payactiv: early access to the money you've earned from hours you've already worked, before payday!
• Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
• Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
• Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits