Centralized Painter - Houston, TX

About this role

At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment.

Role Overview

As a Painter, Integrated Facilities Management, you’ll deliver high-quality painting and surface‑repair work across assigned properties to support timely, efficient unit turns and facility upkeep. You’ll complete repaints, touch-ups, and drywall repairs with strong attention to detail, maintain organized and well‑stocked paint operations, and collaborate with service teams to meet daily goals. This role requires routine travel between properties and a focus on safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement.

Painting & Repair Execution

• Complete full-unit repaints or touch-up paints each day (typically one full repaint or two touch-ups per day, based on workload expectations).

• Perform drywall repairs, including patching, sanding, and texture matching.

• Execute paint prep work, surface repairs, priming, and finish applications for both interiors and exteriors.

• Match, mix, and apply coatings using brush, roller, and spray equipment; follow spray equipment maintenance protocols.

• Support timely and high-quality completion of unit turns and projects, contributing to operational efficiency and improved success rates.

• Travel regularly between assigned properties to support portfolio-wide painting needs.

Quality, Standards & Maintenance

• Maintain a consistently high standard of workmanship that reflects organizational expectations for appearance, durability, and professional presentation.

• Ensure the paint shop is clean, well-organized, stocked, debris-free, and opened/closed according to established…