Lead Painter

Smith & Company PaintingMcMinnville, OR
Onsite

About The Position

Are you an experienced painting professional ready to step into a leadership position and level up your earning potential? If so, Smith & Company Painting, Inc. has the role for you! We're hiring a full-time Lead Painter to guide our projects throughout McMinnville, OR to success! Our Lead Painters typically work Monday - Friday, either from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm or 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, with overtime available. Occasional weekend work may be required, but this isn't common. You'll be in charge of our painting projects, skillfully managing your team, communicating with customers, and completing exceptional work. We're looking for someone who is comfortable leading others and stepping in to solve existing issues, avoid potential problems, and ensure client satisfaction. Throughout the job, you'll make sure your team gives their best effort while following all safety procedures. You'll hold your crew accountable for their work and provide helpful feedback to make sure we do the best job possible. Keeping jobsites organized and neat, you'll make a positive difference for our clients, your team, and our business!

Requirements

  • Painting experience
  • Ability to run jobs from beginning to end with minimal assistance from management
  • Ability to safely perform physically demanding work, including climbing ladders, lifting equipment, and working on your feet all day
  • Customer service mindset
  • Valid driver's license
  • Commitment to completing high-quality work while staying on schedule
  • Ability to pass a background check and drug screening test

Nice To Haves

  • 3+ years of residential painting experience
  • Experience leading a small crew
  • Strong knowledge of proper surface preparation and coating application techniques
  • Ability to motivate others, delegate tasks, and hold your team accountable
  • Professional, courteous communication skills
  • Proactive problem-solving skills and a sharp attention to detail
  • Clean appearance, reliable work ethic, and an honest personality

Responsibilities

  • Guide painting projects to success
  • Manage painting teams
  • Communicate with customers
  • Complete exceptional work
  • Solve existing issues
  • Avoid potential problems
  • Ensure client satisfaction
  • Ensure team gives their best effort while following all safety procedures
  • Hold crew accountable for their work
  • Provide helpful feedback
  • Keep jobsites organized and neat

Benefits

  • Earn $23.00 - $27.00/hour based on experience
  • Receive bonuses (up to an additional $3.00/hour) for meeting performance targets
  • Full-time benefits like paid time off (PTO)
  • Earn valuable leadership experience and grow your career potential
  • Competitive wages
  • Opportunity for growth
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