Painting Subcontractor

CertaPro Painters of Arvada | NW Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CertaPro Painters of Arvada | NW Denver is seeking a Painting Subcontractor for on-site interior and exterior projects in the Denver Metropolitan Area. You will prepare surfaces, apply coatings, and coordinate with the project lead to ensure quality and on-time completion.

Role requires experience in residential/commercial painting, tool proficiency, and reliable transportation. Travel to multiple sites is expected; safety and professionalism are essential to delivering a worry-free customer

Qualifications

• Experience in interior and exterior painting for residential/commercial properties.
• Proficiency with painting tools and PPE usage.
• Ability to read work orders, plans and estimate materials/time.

Responsibilities

• Complete high-quality interior and exterior painting projects on-site in the Denver Metro area.
• Prepare surfaces, apply primer and coatings per specs and safety standards.
• Coordinate with project lead, track time and materials, and communicate with clients and team.

Skills

Residential painting

Interior painting

Exterior painting

Surface preparation

Priming

Finish application

Tool proficiency

PPE & safety

Reading work orders

Estimating materials/time

Attention to detail

Communication

Travel to multiple job sites

Physical endurance

Licensed & insured

Job description

Company Description

CertaPro Painters of Arvada | NW Denver provides professional interior and exterior painting, power washing, carpentry, color consulting, and related services for residential and commercial properties. Part of the CertaPro Painters® network, the business delivers clear estimates, timely project completion, and a worry-free experience tailored to each client’s schedule. Since 1992, CertaPro Painters® has been a trusted provider of high-quality painting services across the United States and Canada, serving thousands of businesses and managed communities each year. Each locally owned and operated franchise offers a single point of contact and a wide range of painting and coating solutions for properties such as condominiums, townhomes, apartments, senior living, hospitality, healthcare, retail, and industrial facilities.

Role Description

The Painting Subcontractor is a full-time, on-site role based in the Denver Metropolitan Area, responsible for completing high-quality interior and exterior painting projects for residential and commercial clients. Day-to-day tasks include surface preparation (washing, scraping, sanding, patching), priming and painting using brushes, rollers, and sprayers, and applying coatings according to project specifications and safety standards. The subcontractor coordinates with the project lead and site contacts, follows detailed work orders and schedules, and ensures job sites are clean, organized, and protected throughout the project. The role involves accurate time and material tracking, adherence to safety and compliance requirements, and professional communication with clients and team members to support a consistent, reliable customer experience.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with interior and exterior residential and commercial painting, including surface preparation, priming, and finish application.
• Proficiency with painting tools and equipment (brushes, rollers, sprayers, ladders, scaffolding) and proper use of PPE and safety practices.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, plans, and specifications, and to estimate materials and time for assigned tasks.
• Strong attention to detail, quality control, and job-site cleanliness, with a commitment to meeting project timelines.
• Professional, respectful communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with project leads, clients, and other subcontractors.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and capacity to travel to multiple job sites within the Denver Metropolitan Area.
• Physical ability to perform manual labor, including lifting, bending, standing for extended periods, and working on ladders or scaffolding.
• Previous experience in property maintenance, construction, or related trades; familiarity with commercial, multi-family, or managed community projects is a plus.
• Proper licensing and insurance as required for subcontractors, and willingness to comply with all company