Lead Painter

Lead Painter / Working Foreman

Chris Gamber Painting

We are seeking an experienced, dependable Lead Painter / Working Foreman to take responsibility for leading residential painting projects from start to finish. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who can produce high-quality painting work while directing helpers, maintaining jobsite organization, and ensuring customers receive professional service.

Responsibilities

Lead and perform interior and exterior residential painting projects

Plan and organize daily jobsite activities to keep projects moving efficiently

Direct and train Painter's Helpers / Apprentice Painters

Perform and oversee surface preparation, including sanding, scraping, patching, caulking, and cleaning

Perform high-quality brushing, rolling, and other painting applications

Read and follow project scopes, specifications, and product requirements

Maintain consistent quality and attention to detail throughout the project

Protect floors, furniture, landscaping, and customer property

Manage ladders, tools, paint, materials, and jobsite setup

Identify material needs and communicate supply requirements

Keep jobsites clean, organized, safe, and professional

Communicate professionally with customers while working in their homes

Conduct final walkthroughs and address touch-ups or punch-list items

Report project progress, issues, and completion status to the owner

Lead by example and maintain company standards for workmanship and customer service

What We're Looking For

3+ years of professional residential painting experience preferred

Strong knowledge of surface preparation and paint application

Able to produce clean, consistent, professional-quality work

Able to confidently lead a small crew

Dependable, punctual, and organized

Strong attention to detail

Good communication and customer-service skills

Able to work independently and make sound decisions on the job

Comfortable working from ladders and step ladders

Able to lift approximately 50 lbs.

Reliable transportation

Valid driver's license preferred

Must take pride in workmanship and care about the finished product

Leadership Expectations

The Lead Painter / Working Foreman is expected to be the standard-setter on the jobsite. The right person will:

Set the pace and work ethic for the crew

Teach helpers proper preparation and painting techniques

Catch problems before they become customer issues

Keep the crew productive without sacrificing quality

Maintain a clean and organized jobsite

Treat customers, their homes, and their property with respect

Take ownership of the quality and progress of each project

Pay

Approximately $22-$26 per hour, depending on experience, skill level, leadership ability, reliability, and ability to independently manage projects.

Opportunities for increased compensation are available as responsibility and leadership grow.

What Success Looks Like

A successful Lead Painter / Working Foreman can take a project scope, organize the crew and materials, execute the work to a high standard, communicate with the customer, and deliver a clean, professional finished project with minimal oversight from the owner.

Chris Gamber Painting is a small, owner-operated painting company focused on craftsmanship, detailed preparation, professional service, and quality residential work.

Thank you for your interest in Chris Gamber Painting. As a small, owner-operated shop, I take pride in delivering a hands-on, detail-focused experience. Every project receives careful prep, high-quality materials, and a focus on a smooth, durable finish that holds up to daily use. My goal isn't just to complete a project-it's to build lasting relationships and earn customers for life through craftsmanship and reliability you can count on.