Agriculture OPT Jobs in Massachusetts

Company Description

Human Services Management Corporation (HSMC) provides shared business and consulting services to both non-profit and proprietary human services agencies. These services include accounting, payroll, third party billing and collections, human resources, online and live Continuing Education, marketing, facility development and quality assurance programs.

Job Description

The Painter’s Assistant helps the lead Painter in performing interior and exterior painting projects across multiple facilities. This role focuses on surface preparation, job site setup, material handling, and cleanup to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality project execution.

In addition, this position supports Facilities operations with other aesthetic projects through exterior cleaning tasks throughout the agency’s buildings and fleet of vehicles, ensuring a clean and professional appearance across all properties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Surface Preparation & Setup

• Assist with preparing surfaces including sanding, scraping, patching, caulking, and cleaning

• Painting Support

• Assist with priming and painting using brushes and rollers under supervision

• Exterior Work & Power Washing

• Assist with power washing of building exteriors, walkways, and related surfaces

• Fleet Management

• Perform power washing and cleaning of company vehicles, including buses, to maintain cleanliness and presentation standards

• Material Handling & Equipment

• Transport tools, equipment, and materials between job sites

• Cleanup & Site Maintenance

• Maintain clean and organized job sites at all times

• Safety & Compliance

• Follow all OSHA safety standards and company safety policies

• Operations & Team Support

• Travel to multiple properties as needed

Qualifications

Required:

- Basic knowledge of hand tools and general labor work
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation between sites

Preferred:

- Prior experience in painting, construction, maintenance, or pressure washing
- Familiarity with basic surface prep and painting techniques
- Interest in learning a skilled trade (painting and finishing)

Physical Requirements:

- Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and climb ladders for extended periods
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying conditions

Additional:

- Must pass background checks required for working in programs serving children and vulnerable populations
- Maintain a professional demeanor in all environments

Selection for employment is made regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, handicap, genetic information, someone who is a member of, applies to perform, or has an obligation to perform, service in a uniformed military service of the United States, including the National Guard, on the basis of that membership, application or obligation; veteran status, or any other bases protected by law. HSMC participates in E-Verify.