Lead Painter/Foreman

Lead Painter / Foreman
Sterling Painting Group LLC — Puget Sound / South Sound Area, WA

About Us
Sterling Painting Group is a Washington-licensed general contractor specializing in painting, drywall, and insurance restoration work across the greater Seattle/Puget Sound region. We handle both commercial and residential projects — new construction, large multi-family complexes, remodels, and fire/water restoration.

Position Summary
We're looking for an experienced Lead Painter/Foreman to run day-to-day operations on our job sites. This person owns quality, safety, and production — leading crews, managing schedules, and making sure every job meets Sterling's standards from prep through final walkthrough.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise painting (and drywall, as needed) crews on assigned job sites
• Review plans, scope of work, and specs; plan daily/weekly production to stay on schedule
• Enforce quality control — surface prep, product application, mil thickness, color/sheen accuracy, and clean lines
• Conduct daily jobsite safety checks; enforce PPE, ladder/scaffold safety, and OSHA compliance
• Hold toolbox talks and address hazards before they become incidents
• Assign tasks, mentor crew members, and manage productivity/performance on site
• Track material usage and coordinate with PM on ordering and deliveries
• Communicate with property owners, GCs, or property managers on-site as the face of the crew
• Identify and flag change orders, scope gaps, or additional damage (especially on restoration jobs)
• Complete daily job logs, photos, and progress reports for the office
• Perform quality final walkthroughs and punch-list work before job closeout

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional painting experience, including 2+ years in a lead or supervisory role
• Strong working knowledge of prep, application, and finish standards for interior/exterior work
• Experience running a crew and holding people accountable to a schedule
• Knowledge of jobsite safety practices; OSHA 10/30 a plus
• Comfortable communicating with clients, GCs, and adjusters on-site
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to read plans/specs and estimate material needs
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work on ladders/scaffolding

Preferred

• Journeyman level painter
• Drywall finishing skills
• Spray equipment experience
• Insurance restoration experience
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Steady, year-round work with growth opportunity
• Leadership role with an established, licensed contractor
• [Benefits package to be established]

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Professional development assistance
• Tools provided

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Painting: 2 years (Required)
• Drywall: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)
• Spanish (Required)

Work Location: On the road