Experienced Lead Painter (Residential Interior & Exterior)

Kennedy Painting LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health insurance

Retirement plan with 4% company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Sick time

Job summary

Kennedy Painting LLC is seeking an Experienced Lead Painter to step into a leadership role and supervise crews on residential projects in the St. Louis area. This full-time, year-round position offers steady work, growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits.

You will lead painters and apprentices, ensure top-quality prep and finish, coordinate materials, and maintain strong communication with customers to ensure satisfaction and on-time project completion.

Qualifications

• Must have leadership experience in painting teams.
• Extensive painting experience with high standards of prep and finish.
• Ability to supervise multiple crews and manage residential job sites.
• Ability to train and develop team members.

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 projects.
• Coordinate materials and keep jobs moving efficiently.
• Complete final walkthroughs and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Work closely with production to keep projects on track.

Skills

Leadership

Painting

Team supervision

Training

Customer communication

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.