Commercial Painting Foreman

National Coatings; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

HSA Plan

401(k) Plan

Life & Disability Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Job summary

National Coatings is seeking an experienced painting supervisor to lead commercial project teams in the Wilmington area. You will oversee surface preparation, priming, sealing, and finishing across diverse substrates while maintaining safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

You will manage field crews of 5–10, perform tool maintenance, document daily activities, and coordinate change orders. Strong communication and a track record of reliable on-site leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial painting, including proven supervisory or foreman experience.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and procedures in painting and construction.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work independently and in a team.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.
• Ability to read drawings/blueprints is a plus.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Oversee field crews of 5–10 workers and ensure safe, productive performance.
• Lead surface preparation, priming, sealing, and painting across multiple substrates.
• Manage equipment maintenance and timely repair of tools and systems.
• Ensure accurate documentation including reports, timecards, and field production data.
• Process field change orders and tickets efficiently.
• Represent National Coatings professionally on client sites.

Skills

Material knowledge

Leadership

Crew management

Surface preparation & painting

Equipment maintenance

Documentation

Change orders

Equipment proficiency

Safety compliance

Tools

Scaffolding

Ladders

Spray systems

Job description

Summary

At National Coatings, integrity, experience, and quality are the heart of everything we do. These values guide us in delivering high-performance coating solutions that are innovative, durable, and built to last. With decades of expertise, we take pride in protecting and enhancing surfaces across commercial, industrial, and specialty applications.

Summary

At National Coatings, integrity, experience, and quality are the heart of everything we do. These values guide us in delivering high-performance coating solutions that are innovative, durable, and built to last. With decades of expertise, we take pride in protecting and enhancing surfaces across commercial, industrial, and specialty applications. We believe in hiring the right people, to make the right decisions, to do the job the right way - ensuring that every project meets the highest standards. We do this while fostering a culture where those that display teamwork, innovation, and excellence thrive. If you're looking to grow with a company and are ready for a challenge, National Coatings is the place for you!

Responsibilities And Duties

• Extensive Material Knowledge: Proficient in various painting materials and application methods, with a solid grasp of quality control and material management.
• Goal-Oriented Leadership: Possesses strong organizational and analytical skills, focusing on achieving set goals.
• Effective Crew Management: Demonstrates ability to lead crews of 5-10 individuals safely and productively; assist in the continuous training and development of field staff.
• Surface Preparation and Painting: Capable of preparing, priming, sanding, sealing, and painting multiple surfaces using diverse materials such as varnish, lacquer, shellac, enamel, latex, epoxy, waterproofing, and heat-resistant finishes.
• Equipment Maintenance: Hands-on experience in equipment repair, able to identify and address minor issues promptly.
• Professional Representation: Maintains a professional demeanor, representing the company positively while on client job sites.
• Documentation: Completes required reports accurately and promptly, including daily field reports, timecards, field production reports, and time & material reports.
• Change Orders: Understands the importance of and procedure for completing field change orders and tickets.
• Equipment Proficiency: Trained and proficient in operating multi-level scaffolding, extension ladders, and spray systems.
• Maintenance and Safety: Oversees proper usage and maintenance of PPE, tools, assigned trucks, and other equipment ensuring a safe work environment.

Experience And Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial painting, including proven supervisory or foreman experience
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures related to painting and construction activities
• Exceptional communication skills (both verbal and written) with ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship
• Ability to read drawings/blueprints is a plus
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Benefits Included

• Medical Insurance w/ PPO and HSA Plan Options (Company Pays 95% of HSA Plan for Employee-Only)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match up to $2,000
• FSA / Dependent Care Savings Accounts
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability (Company Paid)
• Short-Term Disability, Accident, and Voluntary Life Insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity

National Coatings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.