Lead Painter
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**Lead Painter**

Operations Beverly, Massachusetts Minimum Experience **Mid-level** Works by Jesse DeBenedictis, LLC is a premier construction & remodeling contractor with a staff of thirty and a central office/shop in downtown Beverly. The companys reputation for providing superior quality, high-end residential remodeling is the result of our high caliber carpentry and painting craftsmen. WORKS by JD specializes in kitchen, bathroom, basement, attic, and full home remodeling along with home additions, custom carpentry, decking and painting services.

About the role:

Our painting division works on the interior and exterior of residential structures. As a lead painter, you should have experience with the necessary tools, be comfortable working in various heights and spaces while observing all safety measures. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable in selecting the right material for the job and leading a team to deliver a quality project. Painting provides both practical and aesthetic benefits to the finish of a project and WORKS by JDs goal is to deliver consistent high-quality painting work.

Key responsibilities of the role:

* The Lead Painter is responsible for setting up and breaking down interior and exterior job sites, preparing surfaces for paint or stain, applying base and finish coats of paint/stain, and cleaning up the worksite. The position also performs basic carpentry repair work as needed

* The Lead Painter supervises painters and subcontractors assigned to the project and ensures that the project finishes on time and within budget

* Lead Painters will follow all OSHA & EPA Regulations for RRP (Renovate Repair Painting Program) for anything built prior to 1978

* Lead painters will coach painters and apprentice painters on the companys processes, quality standards, project scopes, and system applications i.e., BuilderTrend, TSheets, and Bamboo HR

* The Lead Painter will manage materials and assist with painting inventories. Material purchasing will be organized to maximize efficiencies and minimize cost. Material take-offs and ordering will be done in a timely way that maintains the work schedule

* Lead Painters will have a clear understanding of the projects scope, materials, timeline, and budget and will communicate the projects status and any concerns to the client, team, and leadership throughout the project

* Quality control standards will be implemented for work in progress. Errors and omissions will be identified, and corrective measures will be taken immediately

* Thorough and proactive communication will be maintained with all parties

* Job files will include change orders, receipts, daily logs, all communications, contracts, subcontracts, etc.

Qualifications:

* 10+ years of professional painting experience, preferably in a residential setting

* Excellent knowledge of painting material and how to select, mix and apply them

* Solid knowledge of construction painting techniques

* Aptitude in using appropriate tools (brushes, caulking guns, etc.)

* Good basic math skills

* Profound skills to communicate directly with customers

* Be a team player who is also able to manage projects independently

* Accustomed to extreme weather conditions, heavy lifting, and stamina

* Ability to work independently

* Exceptional professionalism

* Possessing a positive work ethic

Other Requirements:

* Must have a valid driver's license and solid driving record and reliable transportation

* Eligibility to work in the U.S. and willing to undergo background check

Benefits of joining our team:

* Competitive compensation

* Benefits package includes health and dental insurances, life and disability insurances

* Paid time off

* 401(k) with employer match

Location Beverly, Massachusetts Minimum Experience Mid-level