Master Craftsman
Position Overview
Craftsman – Skilled Trades Professional
Location: Illinois Region (required to report to the job site as scheduled)
Job Type: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
Compensation: $24.25 – $26.75 per hour + overtime potential
Why Work Here?
Join a respected team that values craftsmanship, safety, and professional growth.
Amazing Benefits (Full-Time!):
- Eligible for health, dental & vision insurance
- Disability coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- 40 hours of paid leave after 90 days
- Extra PTO after 3 years
- 401(k) with company match after a year of service
- Access to corporate chaplains & care fund support
What You Will Do
- Perform skilled commercial/industrial painting and coatings work
- Deliver consistent, high-quality craftsmanship while meeting production expectations
- Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE
- Recognize and report hazards; help maintain a safe job site
- Use tools, materials, and equipment properly and efficiently (E.g., Boom lifts, Sprayers, Blasting, etc.)
- Participate in ongoing training and career development
- Work with minimal on-site supervision while supporting a highly engaged crew
Qualifications
- 1+ year commercial or industrial painting/coatings experience
- Strong safety awareness and knowledge
- Experience using trade tools, materials, and equipment
- Valid driver's license + clean MVR
- Reliable transportation (job sites may vary)
- Successful completion of drug and alcohol screening
- High school diploma preferred
Preferred Skills
- Quick learner with strong production awareness
- Able to excel in a fast-paced, active environment
- OSHA-10 knowledge (certification a plus)
- Stage work (preferred but not required)
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift 15–50 lbs
- Frequent bending, kneeling, ladder work
- Use of power tools and equipment as required
Working Conditions
This position requires working indoors and outdoors at various job sites. Employees may be exposed to heat, cold, dust, humidity, and other environmental conditions. Candidates must be comfortable performing physical tasks safely in changing environmental conditions.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Painters USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.