What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Painter position at B. Fitzgerald Painting?
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Painter to oversee and execute painting projects across residential, commercial, and industrial sites. As a Lead Painter, you will be responsible for managing painting crews, ensuring high-quality workmanship, and adhering to safety standards. Your expertise will drive the successful completion of renovation, remodeling, and maintenance projects, transforming spaces with precision and professionalism. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead by example while honing your craft in a dynamic environment that values craftsmanship, safety, and teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate painting crews on various construction and renovation projects, ensuring timely and quality completion of work.
- Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, plastering, drywall installation, stucco application, and surface repairs following construction site protocols.
- Apply paint using brushes, rollers, spray guns (including airless paint spraying and conventional spraying), and other hand tools to achieve smooth finishes.
- Interpret technical drawings and specifications to select appropriate coatings, colors (utilizing color theory knowledge), and application methods for each project.
- Conduct surface preparation tasks such as sanding, priming, patching holes, and applying coatings to ensure durability and aesthetic appeal.
- Maintain strict adherence to safety regulations by using respiratory protection equipment, following safety protocols, and managing hazardous materials responsibly.
- Inspect completed work for quality control through visual color comparison and detailed surface assessments; make adjustments as needed.
- Manage construction estimating tasks related to material needs and project timelines; collaborate with project managers for accurate planning.
- Support fixture installation, drywall finishing, plastering, stucco work, and general handyman tasks as required during projects.
- Ensure all work complies with industry standards for construction painting surface preparation, structural painting, industrial painting, and commercial painting environments.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in residential painting, commercial painting, industrial painting, or related construction site roles with a strong portfolio of completed projects.
- Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, paint sprayers (including airless spray systems), roller brushes, and other application equipment.
- Knowledge of construction estimating processes and interpreting technical drawings or blueprints accurately.
- Familiarity with safety regulations including respiratory protection measures; commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
- Ability to perform ladder use safely at various heights; comfortable working on scaffolding or elevated surfaces when necessary.
- Strong understanding of color theory for achieving desired aesthetic effects; excellent visual color comparison skills.
- Basic math skills for measuring surfaces and calculating paint quantities; experience working with drywall, plastering materials, stucco finishes, and surface preparation techniques.
- Hands-on experience with renovation projects involving fixture installation or remodeling activities; handyman skills are a plus.
- Excellent communication skills coupled with leadership qualities to guide team members effectively on-site.
Join us as a Lead Painter to shape vibrant spaces while advancing your career in a fast-paced construction environment that values craftsmanship excellence!
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 18.0 – 30.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25