Lead Commercial Coatings Installer

DiStefano Brothers Companies•North Kingstown, RI

4d•$35 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

DiStefano Brothers Concrete Coatings is hiring a Lead Commercial Coatings Installer to direct daily field operations and lead 2–3 person installation crews on commercial projects across Rhode Island. The role centers on managing job-site workflow, production goals, crew safety, site logistics, and quality control. The lead installer serves as the primary technical and site contact for General Contractors, Facility Directors, and Property Managers, and supervises hands-on surface preparation and application of commercial coating systems. The position is full-time, based in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, and the surrounding region. Compensation is $35–$45 per hour depending on experience, with overtime and performance bonuses. A company vehicle and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience leading field crews on commercial or industrial job sites, with responsibility for site workflow, daily output, and crew safety.
Comfort operating work trucks with trailers and navigating active commercial construction zones.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Ability to lift 75–100 pounds regularly, kneel and bend for extended periods, and work in variable site conditions.
Strong interpersonal skills to delegate work, communicate professionally with commercial clients, and represent the company on-site.

Nice To Haves

Prior hands-on experience with commercial floor-preparation equipment and liquid floor systems.
Leadership experience with planetary grinding, surface preparation, and commercial liquid coatings.

Responsibilities

Direct, motivate, and hold accountable a 2–3 person installation crew across commercial projects.
Set the daily pace, enforce safety protocols, and maintain crew efficiency from site arrival through final cleanup.
Serve as the primary technical and site contact for General Contractors, Facility Directors, and Property Managers.
Conduct site walkthroughs, align daily milestones with project timelines, and proactively resolve site issues.
Conduct pre-preparation inspections and quality checks during coating application to ensure defect-free handoffs.
Track daily material usage, minimize waste, and maintain job-tracking logs using mobile project software.
Supervise and guide surface preparation and the precision application of epoxy, polyaspartic, urethane cement, and flake/quartz systems.
Manage job-site logistics and work-truck and trailer operations.