Lead Abatement Painter

Worcester Eisenbrandt; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Worcester Eisenbrandt (WEI) seeks a Lead Abatement Painter for a Lexington, Virginia project focused on historic restoration. The role centers on lead-based paint abatement, safe chemical handling, and restoration prep across textured surfaces to preserve architectural heritage.

Qualified applicants will have lead worker training and at least one year of lead abatement experience, with strong safety awareness and good communication skills to coordinate on-site activities.

Qualifications

• Lead abatement experience is required for this role.
• Candidates should have safety training related to hazardous materials.
• Commercial painting/restoration experience is preferred.
• One year of lead abatement experience minimum.

Responsibilities

• Perform lead-based paint abatement and handle hazardous materials safely and in compliance with regulations.
• Ensure proper and safe use of all chemicals and materials.
• Prepare surfaces for painting, including scraping old paint, repairing surfaces as needed, removing old caulk, taping windows and related areas, and placing drop cloths.
• Identify, remove, package, transport, or dispose of hazardous materials, including asbestos, lead-based paint, materials, and contaminated soil.
• Patch, caulk, and point necessary areas.
• Prepare surfaces for painting and finishing.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Commercial experience

Lead abatement experience

Education

Lead licensing

Lead worker training

Job description

Lead Abatement Painter – Historic Restoration

Worcester Eisenbrandt (WEI), a well-established historic preservation and restoration construction company, is seeking a Lead Abatement Painter for a project located in Lexington, Virginia. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on a historically significant site and contribute to the preservation of architectural heritage through specialized lead abatement and restoration work.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform lead-based paint abatement and handle hazardous materials safely and in compliance with regulations
• Ensure proper and safe use of all chemicals and materials
• Prepare surfaces for painting, including scraping old paint, repairing surfaces as needed, removing old caulk, taping windows and related areas, and placing drop cloths
• Identify, remove, package, transport, or dispose of hazardous materials, including asbestos, lead-based paint, materials, and contaminated soil
• Patch, caulk, and point necessary areas
• Prepare surfaces for painting and finishing

Qualifications

• Lead licensing a plus
• Required lead worker training
• Commercial experience required
• Minimum 1 year of experience in lead abatement
• Strong safety awareness and communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Able to climb ladders and scaffolds
• Ability to wear PPE and respirator equipment
• Able to work in inclement weather
• Manual dexterity
• Ability to stoop, bend, lean, and turn

How To Apply

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Equal Opportunity Statement

Worcester Eisenbrandt, Inc. (WEI) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and encourages veterans to apply. WEI provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

WEI confirms work authorization through E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon successful post-offer drug screening, background check, and physical.