Foreman - Commercial Painting

National Coatings; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance w/ PPO

HSA Plan

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

FSA / Dependent Care

401(k) with Match

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Accident Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Job summary

National Coatings seeks a seasoned commercial painting foreman to lead field crews, ensure quality work, and maintain safety standards on client sites in Wilmington, NC.

You will oversee material handling, coordinate with project managers, read blueprints, and manage timecards and reports. The role requires 5+ years in commercial painting and a valid driver's license, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial painting with supervisory/foreman experience.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures for painting/construction.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to work independently or in a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.
• Ability to read drawings/blueprints is highly preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews of 5-10 personnel and ensure safe, productive field work.
• Oversee surface preparation, priming, painting, and finish applications.
• Maintain quality control, material management, and reports.
• Assist in training and development of field staff.
• Coordinate with clients and project managers on site requirements.
• Ensure equipment maintenance and PPE compliance.
• Process field change orders and time & material reports.
• Operate scaffolding and spray systems as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Safety regulations

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Blueprints reading

Driver's license

Willing to travel

Job description

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.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

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.

Requirements

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 highly preferred
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as needed

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
• 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.