Painter/Drywaller

Clark Construction Group•McLean, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Clark Construction is seeking a skilled, detail-oriented Painter/Drywaller to perform painting, drywall installation and finishing, rough carpentry repairs, and make-ready work on residential and commercial construction, remodeling, and renovation projects. The role includes preparing surfaces, applying paint and other coatings—including intumescent paint—and completing repairs and fixture installations to deliver high-quality, move-in-ready spaces. The employee works with construction teams, follows site safety procedures, and maintains tools and equipment. Experience applying intumescent paint is required. This is a physically demanding position on active construction sites. Work regularly takes place outdoors and may involve exposure to weather, heavy equipment and construction traffic, noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, vibrations, and potential electrical hazards. Employees must wear required personal protective equipment and follow company safety policies and applicable laws. The role may require extended hours during critical project phases or to meet client deadlines. A pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly screenings are required.

Requirements

Experience applying intumescent paint.
Proven experience in painting, drywall installation, and finishing.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
Excellent time-management skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Willingness to learn new skills.
Physical stamina to perform manual labor for extended periods.
Ability to safely work around heavy equipment and construction traffic, wear required PPE, and follow safety procedures.
Ability to frequently lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds alone, and use team-lifting techniques for heavier items.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with frame carpentry, concrete finishing, remodeling, and renovation processes.
Fall Protection training.
Ability to read blueprints and construction plans.

Responsibilities

Hang, tape, mud, and finish drywall to create smooth, paint-ready surfaces.
Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and filling holes or imperfections.
Apply paint, varnish, and other finishes with brushes, rollers, or spray equipment, ensuring clean and even coverage.
Apply intumescent paint from scaffolds, lifts, or ladders.
Perform drywall patching, caulking, sealing, touch-ups, and repainting.
Repair or reinforce framing, trim, and minor structural elements.
Perform make-ready services, including final detailing, fixture installations, and minor repairs.
Collaborate with construction teams on remodeling and renovation projects to meet deadlines.
Follow safety protocols on construction sites.
Assist with fixture installation and other maintenance tasks as required.
Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.