Painter

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.

Position Overview

Merakey is currently seeking a Painter to join our team in the Harrisburg, PA area.

Responsibilities

• Paint, stain & varnish using brushes/rollers
• Cleaning, sanding, sandblasts, scraping, brushing to prepare for painting
• Repairs surfaces to be painted including plastering & Sheetrock finishing
• Erects Scaffolding, movable & immovable staging & various rigging to gain access to difficult areas
• May have to move furniture & equipment as necessary
• Mixing & matching Paint
• Requisitions materials & supplies from Stockroom
• Waterproofing
• Sets Glass & Applies Putty
• Occasionally may hang wallpaper

Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver's license (prefer candidate have their own transportation)
• Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D.
• Knowledge of preparing surfaces for painting and finishing
• Walk - moving about to accomplish task, often including moving from one site to another
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Carry weight, lift up to 20 pounds

Pay

Earn $21.50/hour in this position with the option of an additional $2/hour with the selection of enhanced pay.

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes