Painter & Crew Leader Positions

Northern Lights Painting Company, Inc.; Stoneham (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Vision insurance

Training & professional development

Job summary

Northern Lights Painting Company, Inc. has provided interior and exterior painting in Eastern Massachusetts since 1989, delivering high-end residential finishes with exceptional craftsmanship and service. We offer real opportunities for advancement, extensive training, and a stable, year-round workload in a supportive team environment.

Join a company that values its people and promotes from within. The Boston-area projects include a mix of interiors and exteriors, with a commitment to

Qualifications

• Prior professional painting company experience required.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Ability to speak and understand basic English; fluency required for supervisors.
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug test.

Skills

Experienced painters

Crew leaders

Reliable

Detail-oriented

Positive attitude

Team players

Job description

• Clear career paths with advancement (we promote from within!)

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Vision insurance

Benefits We Offer

• Signing-on & performance-based bonuses
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Family & Medical Leave
• 401(k) with company matching
• Company-provided uniforms
• Company vehicles for some positions
• Training & professional development opportunities
• Clear career paths with advancement (we promote from within!)

Why Work With Us

• Stability – Over 35 years in business with consistent, year-round work.
• Competitive Pay – $25–$35/hour, based on experience, skills, and attitude.
• Opportunity – Ongoing in-house and third-party training to help you grow and advance.
• High-Quality Work – Most projects are high-end residential, giving you the chance to produce top-quality craftsmanship in some of the nicest homes in the region.
• Supportive Team – Many of our employees have been with us 10, 15, even 20+ years. We invest in our people and treat them like family.

Who We’re Looking For

• Experienced painters and crew leaders (top-level professionals only).
• Reliable, hardworking, and detail-oriented individuals.
• People with a positive attitude, integrity, and a desire to grow.
• Team players who bring fresh ideas and want to contribute.

If you’re stuck in a job with no advancement, no recognition, or no stability—come join a company that values you!

What You Need

• A great attitude and strong work ethic.
• Reliable transportation and basic painting tools (brushes, scrapers, etc.).
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Ability to speak and understand basic English (fluency required for supervisors).
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug test (excluding marijuana).
• Prior professional painting company experience (required).

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time (with opportunities for overtime paid at 1.5x)
• Pay: $25–$35/hour (base pay, depending on experience & ability)
• Work Area: Boston, Brookline, Newton, Weston (with occasional projects in the North Shore and Cape).

About Northern Lights Painting Company

Since 1989, Northern Lights Painting Company has been the premier choice for top-quality interior and exterior painting in Eastern Massachusetts. Known for our unmatched craftsmanship and customer service, we specialize in high-end residential projects—delivering furniture-quality finishes, flawless plaster work, and long-lasting exteriors.

Our reputation is built on excellence, professionalism, and the dedication of our skilled team. We invest in our employees with training, career development, and real opportunities for advancement. At NLPC, you don’t just find a job—you build a career.