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Painter - Apartments

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Summary

Independent contractor painter repainting vacant apartments, performing minor drywall repairs, and applying finishes to walls, ceilings, trim, and cabinets.

Painter (Independent Contractor) – Cleveland Area

Earn $150–$300+ per day | Weekly Pay | No Sales or Customer Hassle

Refresh is looking to add to our painting team. If you’re a dependable painter who takes pride in clean, consistent work, we’d love to meet you.

Refresh specializes in vacant apartment repaints, which means:

  • No furniture to move
  • No customers watching over your shoulder
  • Faster job times
  • A predictable, repeatable workflow

Required Skills & Responsibilities

  • Inspect work areas, review scope, and request change orders when needed
  • Minor drywall repair (patching holes, dents, imperfections)
  • Cut and roll walls and ceilings
  • Paint trim, doors, and frames
  • Cabinet painting with proper prep and finish
  • Repainting units to Refresh standards
  • Color changes with proper coverage and prep
  • Large drywall repair/replacement (a plus, not required)

Pay

Painters typically earn $150–$300+ per day, depending on speed, quality, and consistency.
Your earnings are based on productivity, so motivated painters earn more.

What We Provide

  • Weekly direct‑deposit payouts
  • Clear processes to help you start quickly
  • All scheduling, billing, and chasing down invoices handled for you
  • Large projects available for experienced painters
  • A supportive team that values communication and respect
  • A steady flow of work without the stress of running a business

Who Succeeds Here

You’ll do well with Refresh if you:

  • Take pride in your work
  • Follow a process and stay organized
  • Want independence without the business‑side headaches
  • Prefer steady, predictable work
  • Show up consistently and communicate clearly

About Refresh

Refresh is a multi‑service company working in the multi‑family housing industry. Since 2016, we’ve focused on improving turn times for our customers and enhancing the spaces residents call home.

Benefits:

  • On-the-job training
  • Opportunities for advancement

Work Location: In person

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