Lead Painter Foreman – Indoor/Outdoor Projects

Chicago Park District; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 112,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chicago Park District is seeking a Painter Foreman for BID work. You will lead a crew in inside and outside painting tasks, prepare material estimates and ensure projects meet plans and safety standards.

With five years of painting experience (two in supervision) and a valid Illinois driver’s license, you will coordinate work, manage supplies, and uphold quality across maintenance projects for Chicago park facilities.

Qualifications

• Five years of painting experience with at least two in a supervisory role.
• Current valid State of Illinois Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of safety precautions in the painting trade.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret color charts.
• Ability to supervise a crew and communicate with staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Directs the execution of inside and outside painting work per plans and specifications.
• Supervises crew in painting, varnishing, refinishing of surfaces and related tasks.
• Makes material estimates and monitors consumption for jobs.
• Erects and dismantles rigging and scaffolding as required.
• Reviews time and attendance reports and ensures compliance with union rules.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication

Blueprint reading

Color chart knowledge

Safety awareness

Painting techniques

Team coordination

Equipment operation

Tools

Painting tools

Materials handling

Rigging & scaffolding

Job description

The Chicago Park District is seeking a Painter Foreman for BID work. You will lead a crew in inside and outside painting tasks, prepare material estimates and ensure projects meet plans and safety standards.

With five years of painting experience (two in supervision) and a valid Illinois driver’s license, you will coordinate work, manage supplies, and uphold quality across maintenance projects for Chicago park facilities.