Paint Foreman

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as an active painter during the job when needed to keep the project on track
• Complete job on or under budget agreed-upon at handoff meetings
• Complete site safety inspection checklists before the start of each job
• Facilitate daily huddle every morning
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with site Supers
• Makesure equipment and materials are on-site ahead of time and returned after use
• Calculate production rates and estimated materials needed (i.e. lifts, gallons of paint)
• Proactively communicate with Ops Managers on project status on a daily basis
• Elevate important issues to sales and accounting
• Follow protocol to bill customers for extra work completed outside of original project scope
• Assign and hold painters accountable for completing certain sections of the job

Training and Coaching Crew

• Train painters on unfamiliar or advanced painting techniques
• Verify crew are trained on lifts, spray machines, ladders and scaffolds before use
• Ensure crew follows all incident reporting protocol
• Conduct weekly Toolbox Talks
• Give crew regular feedback on their job performance
• Partner with HR to ensure crew attendance, appearance, and behavior is always professional

Qualifications

• 5 or more years of experience in a painter/lead painter role
• A strong focus on safety, quality, and customer service
• Comfortable with managing multiple priorities and adapting when necessary
• Ability to read blueprints and perform basic calculations
• Advanced knowledge of painting techniques
• Possess an OSHA10 card and be willing to obtain OSHA30 card
• Valid driver’s license
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Punctual and consistent work attendance
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to communicate professionally; follow instructions and provide instruction
• Ability to lift and maneuver heavy equipment; stand, kneel, and bend for extended periods of time