JOB DETAILS
Painter (Residential Apartments)
CompanyLion Real Estate Group, LLC
LocationAustin
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 16, 2026
About The Company
Lion Real Estate Group is a prominent real estate investment firm with offices in Nashville (HQ) and Los Angeles, founded in 2007. The firm focuses on acquisitions of value-add multifamily communities in the Sun Belt and Southeast markets. Lion's vertically integrated team allows us to create superior risk-adjusted returns for our investors through renovation, repositioning, better management, and optimum capitalization of our projects. Historically, the firm has transacted on over $2.8 billion across 15,000 multifamily units since its inception. Lion currently owns and operates approximately 7,000 units in conjunction with 500+ limited partners.
Lion’s Co-Founders (Jeff Weller/Mory Barak) have been involved in various real estate disciplines including acquisition, development, leasing, brokerage, and finance for over 25 years. Our team comes from top firms in the real estate industry, and we can move quickly by having full discretion on investments and preferred borrower status with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
About the Role
Description
Multifamily Communities | Hourly Pay + Commission
Are you a skilled painter who takes pride in clean finishes, efficient work, and making spaces look brand new? Want the opportunity to increase your earnings based on your productivity? We’re looking for a Painter to join our team and take ownership of unit turns and community-wide painting projects.
What You’ll Do
- Complete make-ready unit painting (walls, trim, doors, touch-ups)
- Perform drywall repairs, patching, sanding, and textured finishes
- Handle interior and exterior painting projects, including common areas
- Maintain curb appeal by painting curbs, fencing, signage, and other surfaces
- Ensure all units and projects meet move-in ready standards
- Assist with unit rehabs and light carpentry work as needed
Why You’ll Love It Here
- Hourly base pay + commission per completed paint job
- The more units you complete, the more you earn
- Steady, year-round work across multiple communities
- Independence in your day with support from a strong maintenance team
- Opportunity to expand into broader maintenance or leadership roles
Position Details
- Full-time, non-exempt role
- Hourly pay + commission structure
- Multi-site position (travel required ~25–50%)
- On-call availability as needed
- Must have basic tools (specialty tools provided)
If you’re a painter who wants consistent work, control over your earnings, and the ability to see the results of your work every day—this is the opportunity for you.
Lion Real Estate Group - BENEFITS OFFERED:
- Medical Insurance (77% of employee/dependent premium paid by Lion)
- Dental Insurance (99% of employee premium paid by Lion)
- Vision Insurance (99% of employee premium paid by Lion)
- Voluntary Plans including Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Pet Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (6% Company Match)
- Paid Time Off Policies:
- Vacation
- Sick Leave
- Bereavement Leave
- Holidays (New Years Day, MLK Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Rewards Program
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
- 2+ years of professional painting experience required
- Multifamily/apartment experience strongly preferred
- Strong drywall repair and finishing skills
- Basic carpentry skills required (advanced skills a plus)
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple units/deadlines
- High attention to detail and pride in quality work
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel between properties
Key Skills
PaintingDrywall RepairPatchingSandingTextured FinishesInterior PaintingExterior PaintingCarpentryUnit TurnsMaintenanceAttention To DetailTime Management
Categories
TradesConstruction
Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife/AD&D InsuranceAccident InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceHospital Indemnity InsurancePet Insurance401(k) Retirement Savings PlanPaid Time OffPaid Parental LeavePaid Volunteer Time OffEmployee Assistance ProgramRewards Program
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The painter will complete make-ready unit painting, drywall repairs, and various interior and exterior painting projects across multifamily communities. They are also responsible for maintaining curb appeal and assisting with light carpentry work as needed.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$17 - $18
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
101
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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