Position Summary
The Commercial Painting Superintendent is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of HCC projects, ensuring they are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This role involves supervising field crews, coordinating schedules, managing materials and equipment, and maintaining strong communication with clients, contractors, and internal teams. The Superintendent plays a key leadership role in driving productivity, enforcing safety protocols, and ensuring customer satisfaction across multiple job sites.
Core Values
- Project professionalism in every detail — from appearance to performance — reflecting pride and trust.
- Responsibility: Be accountable, honor commitments, and always do the right thing, even when no one is watching.
- Diligence: Never quit, never cut corners; plan ahead, follow through, and finish strong.
- Uncompromising: Refuse complacency; continuously seek improvement, innovation, and excellence.
Field Operations
- Oversee day‑to‑day operations of HCC projects.
- Ensure all projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to client specifications.
- Coordinate with project managers, estimators, and clients to align on scope and expectations.
Team Leadership
- Supervise foremen, painters, and subcontractors across multiple job sites.
- Provide training, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
- Foster a culture of accountability, safety, respect, and teamwork on job sites.
- Monitor team dynamics and intervene promptly when signs of conflict or tension arise, before they impact productivity.
- Escalate conflicts appropriately while maintaining confidentiality and fairness.
Quality Control & Safety
- Enforce Safety Standards: Monitor job sites to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and hazard control measures.
- Training & Incident Prevention: Conduct toolbox talks, educate crews on PPE use, and implement proactive risk mitigation strategies.
- Reporting & Compliance: Maintain safety documentation, investigate incidents, and coordinate corrective actions with project leadership. Conduct regular site inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards and safety protocols.
- Ensure Quality Standards: Oversee surface preparation, coating application, and final finishes to meet project specifications and industry standards.
- Compliance & Documentation: Enforce OSHA safety rules, maintain inspection reports, and verify material certifications.
- Team Coordination & Training: Collaborate with project managers, guide crews on best practices, and resolve quality issues promptly.
Resource & Schedule Coordination
- Manage labor allocation, equipment, and material delivery.
- Ensure timely approval of accurate employee timecards and liaise with payroll to resolve any pay issues.
- Review and approve PTO and ensure accurate coverage for continuity of work.
- Maintain accurate project schedules and daily progress reports.
- Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely availability of paint and tools.
- Collaborate with the superintendent team to optimize crew scheduling, minimize overlap, and maximize efficiency.
Client Relations
- Serve as the primary on‑site contact for clients and stakeholders.
- Communicate project updates, address concerns, and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Represent the company professionally at all times.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalency required.
- 5+ years of supervisory experience in commercial or industrial painting (preferred).
- Must be able to obtain an OSHA‑30 within 6 months of starting the role.
- OSHA certification and familiarity with industrial safety standards.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between job sites.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of coatings, surface prep techniques, and application methods.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and safety documentation.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in project management tools and reporting software.
- Clear written and verbal English communications.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is a bonus.
Conditions of Employment
- May require early mornings, evenings, overnight or weekend work depending on project needs.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Must consent to periodic MVR checks as a condition of employment.
- Employment contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment drug screening.
- Random drug testing may be conducted in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.
Environmental Conditions
- Field‑based role requiring regular travel to multiple job sites.
- Overnight travel may be required (percentage depends on the division).
- Exposure to outdoor environments, heights, and industrial settings.
- Must be comfortable working in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain).
- Must wear and work in PPE such as respirators, safety harnesses, gloves, and protective clothing.
- May be exposed to fumes, dust, chemicals, and paint products (appropriate PPE required).
Physical Requirements
- Stand, walk, and navigate job sites for extended periods (8+ hours per day).
- Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and climbing (including ladders and scaffolding).
- Access confined spaces and elevated work areas.
- Lift and carry materials, tools, and equipment up to 50 lbs routinely; occasional heavier lifting with assistance.
- Stamina for physically demanding outdoor and industrial environments.
- Visual acuity, hearing, and motor coordination for safety and precision in tasks.
EEO Statement
Harrison Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is inclusive and free from discrimination.