Lead Hand- Painter
About The Position
The Calgary John Howard Society (CJHS) is seeking a Hands-on Lead Hand Painter to support renovation and maintenance projects within our growing construction social enterprise. Working under the Crew Supervisor, the Lead Hand plays a key role in supporting day-to-day job execution, crew supervision, training, and site coordination. This role is ideal for someone with solid trade experience who enjoys mentoring others, stepping into leadership when needed, and contributing to the early development of a purpose-driven social enterprise. The Lead Hand will be a consistent, reliable presence on job sites and a trusted support to both the Crew Supervisor and crew members. The social enterprise will initially focus on painting services, with plans to expand into additional renovation and maintenance work over time.
Requirements
- Minimum 2–5 years of hands-on experience in painting, renovation, construction, or building maintenance
- Experience working as a senior crew member, lead hand, or in a similar role
- Strong practical skills, particularly in painting and general renovation work
- Comfortable supporting and guiding others on the job site
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Comfortable using mobile devices (phone/tablet) for communication and job tracking
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Nice To Haves
- A reliable, adaptable team player
- Comfortable working in a start-up or early-stage environment
- Respectful, patient, and supportive when working with crew members
- Able to step into leadership when needed
- Motivated by meaningful work and community impact
- Open to collaboration, learning, and continuous improvement
Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day renovation and repair work, including painting, drywall, and general maintenance
- Act as the right-hand support to the Crew Supervisor, assisting with job planning, task coordination, and on-site leadership
- Provide hands-on training, guidance, and mentorship to crew members
- Support crew supervision and step in to oversee job sites when the Crew Supervisor is unavailable
- Assist with inventory management, including tracking supplies, identifying shortages, and picking up or ordering materials as needed
- Help ensure job sites are safe, organized, and compliant with Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) standards and PPE requirements
- Monitor quality of work and help address issues as they arise
- Communicate clearly with the Crew Supervisor regarding job progress, challenges, and crew needs
- Support the completion of jobs on time and to CJHS quality standards
- Contribute to the development of systems, processes, and best practices as the social enterprise grows
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
