Painter - Team Lead

Hireology; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company uniforms

Company vehicle (or allowance)

Paid training

Performance bonuses

Advancement opportunities

Positive team culture

Consistent year-round work

Job summary

Painter Bros Huntsville is seeking an experienced Lead Painter to manage painting projects from start to finish while guiding a crew to deliver high-quality results. You will supervise daily operations, ensure safety, and maintain strong client communication.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in painting and 2+ years in leadership, with proven performance in residential and commercial projects. This role offers growth into management and year-round, consistent work.

Qualifications

• 5+ years professional painting experience.
• 2+ years crew leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of residential painting.
• Strong knowledge of commercial painting.
• Ability to spray, brush, and roll professionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily painting operations and supervise crews.
• Assign daily tasks and ensure on-time project completion.
• Train and mentor crew members; maintain productive work environments.
• Communicate with homeowners/clients and provide project updates.
• Maintain Painter Bros quality standards and site safety.

Skills

Painting expertise

Crew leadership

Residential painting

Commercial painting

Spray/brush/roll

Drywall repair

Communication skills

Tools

Graco sprayers

Spray equipment

Ladders

Job description

Painter - Team Lead

Painter Bros Huntsville

Full-Time | Competitive Pay | Benefits | Career Growth

About Us

Painter Bros Huntsville is a fast-growing professional painting company dedicated to delivering exceptional craftsmanship and customer service. We specialize in residential and commercial interior and exterior painting while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, communication, and quality.

We're looking for an experienced Painter - Team Lead who takes pride in their work, enjoys leading a team, and wants to grow with an expanding company.

Position Summary

The Lead Painter is responsible for managing painting projects from start to finish while leading a crew to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on time, and to Painter Bros quality standards.

This position requires someone who can confidently supervise painters, communicate with customers, solve problems, and produce high-quality finished work.

Compensation

Based on experience and leadership ability

Potential for:

• Performance bonuses
• Overtime opportunities
• Advancement into Project Manager or Production Manager

Benefits

• Company uniforms
• Company vehicle (or allowance, if applicable)
• Paid training
• Performance bonuses
• Advancement opportunities
• Positive team culture
• Consistent year-round work

Responsibilities

Lead daily painting operations including:

Project Leadership

• Lead and supervise painting crews
• Assign daily tasks
• Ensure projects stay on schedule
• Train and mentor crew members
• Maintain a productive work environment

Painting Duties

• Interior painting
• Exterior painting
• Cabinet painting
• Drywall repair
• Surface preparation
• Caulking
• Sanding
• Priming
• Spraying
• Brushing
• Rolling
• Staining
• Minor carpentry touch-ups

Customer Service

• Communicate professionally with homeowners and commercial clients
• Answer customer questions
• Provide daily project updates
• Resolve issues professionally
• Maintain a clean and respectful jobsite

Quality Control

• Inspect work throughout each project
• Ensure proper paint coverage
• Verify straight cut lines
• Ensure clean work areas
• Complete final walkthroughs
• Maintain Painter Bros quality standards

Safety

• Follow OSHA safety standards
• Safely operate ladders and lifts
• Proper PPE usage
• Maintain safe work environments

Equipment

Maintain and operate:

• Airless sprayers
• HVLP sprayers
• Extension ladders
• Step ladders
• Pressure washers
• Sanders
• Grinders
• Power tools
• Company vehicles

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years professional painting experience
• 2+ years crew leadership experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of residential painting
• Strong knowledge of commercial painting
• Ability to spray, brush, and roll professionally
• Experience with cabinet finishing preferred
• Strong drywall repair skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working on ladders
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with:

• Graco sprayers
• Fine finish spraying
• Epoxy coatings
• Commercial coatings
• Deck staining
• Concrete coatings
• Estimating
• Job scheduling
• Customer service
• Crew management

What Makes You Successful

You are someone who:

• Takes pride in craftsmanship
• Leads by example
• Shows up on time
• Has a positive attitude
• Pays attention to detail
• Solves problems without excuses
• Treats customers with respect
• Works efficiently
• Wants to grow professionally
• Enjoys mentoring others

Physical Requirements

Must be able to:

• Lift 50 pounds
• Stand for extended periods
• Bend frequently
• Climb ladders
• Work outdoors in varying weather
• Work at heights
• Perform repetitive motions

Why Join Painter Bros Huntsville?

We're building the best painting company in North Alabama.

Our team values:

• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Quality craftsmanship
• Customer satisfaction

If you're looking for more than just another painting job and want a long-term career with opportunities to grow into management, we'd love to meet you.