Painter

PAY TRANSPARENCY

• $18.00 - $24.00/ hr base salary range + annual bonus potential!
• Onsite Monday- Friday in Chicago, IL

Do you hunger for more? Potbelly Sandwich Shop is looking for friendly and outgoing people who enjoy working in a fast-paced, friendly environment. We are where good vibes and great careers are a way of life! What started as a small antique store in 1977 has become a nationally recognized neighborhood sandwich shop with over 400 locations across the United States. But toasty sandwiches are only as good as the people behind them. And yeah, we've got the best. Ready to join our growing Potbelly Nation?

What’s In It For You**:

• Competitive pay with performance-based annual raises!
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Domestic Partnership Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• FSA and HSA with Employer Contribution
• Commuter Benefit Program
• Retirement Savings 401(k) WITH company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Discount Program
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Career growth opportunities

**If hired, you must meet and maintain all eligibility requirements to qualify**

Job Title: Painter

Department/Function: Development

Location: Support Center, Rockwell

Reports to: Director, Production & Construction Services

Job Level: 1 Full-Time

Job Band: Specialist/Administrator Exempt

Travel Requirements: Rarely

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Potbelly Sandwich Works is seeking an experienced painter to work alongside other craftsman, creating unique furniture, fixtures, and signage for new locations. All products are fabricated in our workshop which is located on the North side of Chicago.

FOCUS

Responsibilities

• Spray, brush or roll finishes on millwork, signage, tables, and other custom restaurant fixtures.
• Prep material for paint and stain.
• Paint or screen print custom signage.
• Apply paint to unique carved tabletops and signage, and finish with self-leveling epoxy.
• Maintain paint area, spray booth and equipment.
• Travel occasionally for repairs, installations, or deliveries.
• Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

• Must have the ability/stamina to work 45 to 55 hours a week.
• Will frequently reach, feel, bend, stoop, and carry.
• Must be able to engage in problem-solving to help identify and solve potential issues.
• Ability to stand/walk for 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND BEHAVIORS

• Minimum High school degree.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience required.
• Experience with HVLP or airless sprayers preferred but will train.
• Must be extremely organized and neat.
• Must be a self-starter who can work well with others as well as independently.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to interact with all levels of a company.
• Must demonstrate leadership behaviors and values that align with Potbelly.

Application Deadline: We accept applications for this position until 10/31/2025 . W e encourage all individuals to submit their applications.

Potbelly actively creates and promotes an environment that is inclusive of all people and their unique abilities, strengths, and differences. We respect and embrace diversity in each other, our customers, suppliers, and all others with whom we interact as an essential component in the way we do business. Diversity only strengthens our Potbelly vibe, who we are, and how we work.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. Each applicant will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, or veteran status.