Painter / Plasterer Full-time NYC Metro / Project Sites M–F, Day Shift

Painter / Plasterer

Full-time NYC Metro / Project Sites M–F, Day Shift Apply Now About the Role

Rehab and Design is a self-perform contractor renovating multifamily and public-housing units across the NYC metro area, largely in occupied buildings. We are hiring skilled Painters/Plasterers to prep, patch, plaster, and paint interior surfaces to a clean, uniform finish — working neatly and considerately around residents.

Key Responsibilities

• prepare surfaces: scrape, sand, patch, and repair walls and ceilings; skim-coat and plaster to a smooth finish.
• tape, spackle, and finish drywall joints; feather and blend repairs into existing surfaces.
• prime and apply paint and coatings by brush, roller, and sprayer to a uniform, professional finish.
• protect floors, fixtures, and residents' belongings; mask and clean up thoroughly each day.
• select and mix coatings and match colors and sheens per finish schedules.
• work to punch-list quality standards and follow all site safety requirements.

Qualifications Required

• 3+ years of professional painting and plastering/taping experience.
• Skilled in surface prep, skim-coating, and drywall finishing to a smooth, paint-ready result.
• Proficient with brush, roller, and spray application.
• OSHA 10 (OSHA 30 preferred) and, for NYC sites, a valid SST card (or ability to obtain).
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.

Preferred

• Experience in occupied multifamily or public-housing (NYCHA) renovation.
• Lead-safe (RRP) certification a plus for older housing stock.
• References (personal and professional).
• Bilingual (English / Spanish) a plus.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders and scaffolding, reach overhead, stand, bend, and work on your feet throughout the shift, with appropriate personal protective equipment.

Compensation

Competitive hourly wage based on experience [insert rate]; prevailing wage applies on public/certified-payroll projects. Steady, year-round pipeline of work.

Rehab and Design Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an NYC M/WBE-certified firm.