Lead Painter & On-Site Team Leader

Fresh Coat Painters; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresh Coat Painters of Cincinnati East is seeking a Lead Painter who owns the job site from start to finish, combines advanced painting skills with leadership, communication, and accountability, and ensures projects meet Fresh Coat quality standards while delivering an excellent customer experience.

The role requires managing crews on site, coordinating tasks, maintaining safety and efficiency, and communicating progress and timelines to customers and project managers to keep work on schedule

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience on painting crews.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
• Extensive interior and exterior painting knowledge.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Reliable transportation and ability to lift materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage painters on assigned job sites.
• Assign daily tasks and ensure SOPs are followed.
• Set the tone for professionalism, safety, and efficiency.
• Review project scope and work order before job start.
• Ensure proper prep, application, and finishing techniques.
• Take required job photos and documentation.
• Track crew hours and productivity.
• Report change orders or issues promptly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Painting skills

Time management

Safety compliance

Job description

Fresh Coat Painters of Cincinnati East is seeking a Lead Painter who owns the job site from start to finish, combines advanced painting skills with leadership, communication, and accountability, and ensures projects meet Fresh Coat quality standards while delivering an excellent customer experience.

The role requires managing crews on site, coordinating tasks, maintaining safety and efficiency, and communicating progress and timelines to customers and project managers to keep work on schedule