Lead Commercial Coatings Installer

DiStefano Brothers Companies; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Comprehensive benefits

Overtime bonuses

Job summary

DiStefano Brothers Concrete Coatings in Rhode Island seeks a Lead Commercial Coatings Installer to direct daily field operations and lead 2–3 person installation teams across commercial projects. The role focuses on site safety, workflow, and achieving daily production goals, with emphasis on planetary grinding, surface prep, and high-performance coatings.

You will coordinate with general contractors and facility managers, supervise surface preparation and application of epoxy, polyaspartic,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience leading field crews on commercial or industrial job sites.
• Concrete coatings experience with liquid systems preferred.
• Comfortable operating work trucks with trailers and managing job site logistics.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 75–100 lbs regularly and work in variable site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Direct, motivate, and hold accountable a 2–3 person installation crew across commercial projects; set daily pace and enforce safety.
• Act as primary technical/site contact for GCs, facility directors, and property managers; coordinate site walkthroughs and milestones.
• Conduct pre-prep inspections and quality checks; track material usage and maintain job logs.
• Supervise surface preparation and application of epoxy, polyaspartic, urethane cement, and flake/quartz systems.

Skills

Lead field crews

Site safety

Project coordination

Crew management

Tools

Mobile project software

Commercial equipment operation

Job description

Location: North Kingstown, RI & Surrounding Region

Compensation: $35.00 – $45.00 / hour (depending on experience) + Overtime & Performance Bonuses

Employment Type: Full-Time | Comprehensive Benefits | Company Vehicle Provided

At a Glance

DiStefano Brothers Concrete Coatings is looking for a Lead Commercial Coatings Installer to direct daily field operations and lead 2–3 person installation teams across Rhode Island's commercial sector. We are looking for a proven team leader who excels at directing job site workflow, driving daily production goals, and enforcing site safety—with a strong preference for leaders skilled in planetary grinding, surface prep, and commercial liquid coatings.

What We Offer

• Competitive Leadership Pay: $35.00 – $45.00/hour, scaled directly to your crew management track record and trade expertise, plus overtime and project completion bonuses.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical insurance, Aflac eligibility, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, and company-sponsored life insurance.
• Dedicated Fleet & Gear: Dedicated company truck/trailer rig equipped with surface prep systems.

Key Leadership Responsibilities

• On-Site Crew Management: Direct, motivate, and hold accountable a 2–3 person installation crew across commercial projects. You set the daily pace, enforce safety protocols, and ensure crew efficiency from site arrival to final cleanup.
• Site Operations & GC Coordination: Act as the primary technical and site contact for General Contractors, Facility Directors, and Property Managers. Manage site walkthroughs, align daily milestones with overall project timelines, and resolve site friction proactively.
• Quality & Performance Control: Conduct pre-prep inspections and quality checks during application to guarantee zero-defect handoffs. Track daily material usage, minimize waste, and maintain job tracking logs via our mobile project software.
• Field Execution Oversight: Supervise and actively guide the team through surface preparation and precision application of high-performance epoxy, polyaspartic, urethane cement, and flake/quartz systems.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Commercial Crew Leadership: 2+ years of experience leading field crews on commercial or industrial job sites with total responsibility for site workflow, daily output, and crew safety.
• Concrete Coatings Experience (Preferred): Prior hands-on experience with commercial floor prep equipment and liquid floor systems.
• Trade & Logistics Proficiency: Comfortable operating work trucks with trailers, navigating active commercial construction zones, and managing job site logistics.
• Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift 75–100 lbs regularly, kneel/bend for extended periods, and work in variable site conditions.
• Professional Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to effectively delegate work, interface professionally with commercial clients, and represent the company brand on-site.

Ready to Lead Premier Commercial Projects?

Learn more about us at www.dbconcretecoatings.com.