Experienced Lead Painter (Residential Interior & Exterior)

Kennedy-Painting; Affton (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

Bonus potential

Job summary

Kennedy Painting is seeking an experienced Lead Painter to supervise and mentor a team of painters on residential projects. This full-time, year-round role offers steady work, a company vehicle, health insurance, and a 4% retirement match as part of a comprehensive benefits package.

You will lead crews, ensure top-quality prep and painting, train teammates, and maintain customer satisfaction through clear communication and efficient project management.

Qualifications

• Experienced painter with leadership skills.
• Lead and supervise painters and apprentices.
• Maintain high standards for prep, painting, cleanliness, and property protection.
• Train team members and develop their skills.
• Communicate with customers throughout projects.
• Coordinate materials and keep jobs moving efficiently.
• Complete final walkthroughs and ensure customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support painters and apprentices
• Oversee multiple crews and residential job sites
• Maintain high standards for prep, painting, cleanliness, and property protection
• Train team members and help develop their skills
• Communicate with customers throughout their projects
• Coordinate materials and keep jobs moving efficiently
• Complete final walkthroughs and ensure customer satisfaction
• Work closely with production team to keep projects on track

Skills

Team leadership

Crew supervision

Customer communication

Training

Quality standards

Job description

Experienced Lead Painter

$50,000–$65,000 a year + Benefits | Full-Time, Year-Round Work

Ready to take the next step in your painting career? Kennedy Painting is looking for an experienced painter with leadership skills to join our team as a Lead Painter / Crew Supervisor. If you take pride in quality work, enjoy leading others, and are looking for steady, year-round work with room to grow, this could be a great fit.

Why Join Kennedy Painting?

• Steady, full-time work year-round. We keep our teams busy through fall, winter, and all year long.
• $50,000 - $65,000 annually plus bonus
• Company vehicle and technology provided
• Health insurance (health, vision, dental, and life)
• Retirement plan with 4% company match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Opportunities to grow and advance
• Supportive team culture built around Growth, Resilience, Integrity, and Teamwork

What You'll Do

• Lead and support painters and apprentices
• Oversee multiple crews and residential job sites
• Maintain high standards for prep, painting, cleanliness, and property protection
• Train team members and help develop their skills
• Communicate with customers throughout their projects
• Coordinate materials and keep jobs moving efficiently
• Complete final walkthroughs and ensure customer satisfaction
• Work closely with our production team to keep projects on track

Build a Career With Kennedy Painting

Kennedy Painting is a local, family-owned St. Louis painting company serving the area since 1998 and has been named a Top Workplace from 2023–2026. If you're an experienced painter ready to step into a leadership role with steady work, great benefits, a strong team, and opportunities to advance.