Working Supervisor

Lee and Cates Surface CPR; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Competitive pay

Health benefits

PTO

Leadership growth

Job summary

Lee and Cates Surface CPR in Jacksonville, FL, is seeking a Working Supervisor (Hands-On) for Coatings & Exterior Services to lead field crews and stay actively engaged on every project. The role emphasizes ownership, quality, safety, and schedule adherence, with daily field work in painting, waterproofing, and coatings.

You’ll supervise crews, estimate field change orders, and coordinate with project managers to keep projects on track.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on experience in painting, coatings, waterproofing, or related trades
• Proven ability to perform work and lead others doing it
• Strong understanding of surface prep, materials, and application methods
• Willingness to work physically every day in all job conditions
• Valid driver’s license
• Prior experience as a working foreman or lead technician
• OSHA certification or similar safety training
• Experience with commercial or large-scale residential projects

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct crews while actively working; supervise subcontractors and hold them to standards
• Perform field estimating and identify change orders/opportunities
• Own jobsite results: quality, production, safety, and schedule
• Actively perform daily work including interior and exterior painting, waterproofing systems, sealant and caulking installation, protective coatings, pressure washing and surface preparation
• Operate lifts, sprayers, pressure washers, and other equipment
• Ensure surfaces are properly prepared, applications meet manufacturer specifications
• Step in wherever needed to keep the job moving efficiently
• Direct the crew while actively working, assign tasks, adjust workflow in real time, train team members by hands‑on instruction, and hold them accountable to performance and quality standards
• Inspect work continuously, correct issues immediately, and ensure all work meets company standards and project specifications
• Enforce safety standards, model proper PPE usage, identify hazards and address them immediately
• Work with Project Managers to execute schedules and scope, communicate progress, and help keep projects on schedule
• Complete daily reports, time tracking, and material usage; assist with material planning and inventory

Job description

Working Supervisor (Hands‑On) – Coatings & Exterior Services

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Competitive pay
• Health benefits, PTO, and 401K match
• Opportunity to grow into higher leadership roles
• A team that values work ethic, ownership, and results

What You’ll Do

• Work in the field daily (painting, waterproofing, sealants, coatings, exterior cleaning)
• Lead and direct crews while actively working; supervise subcontractors and hold them to standards
• Perform field estimating and identify change orders/opportunities
• Own jobsite results: quality, production, safety, and schedule
• Actively perform daily work including interior and exterior painting, waterproofing systems, sealant and caulking installation, protective coatings, pressure washing and surface preparation
• Operate lifts, sprayers, pressure washers, and other equipment
• Ensure surfaces are properly prepared, applications meet manufacturer specifications
• Step in wherever needed to keep the job moving efficiently
• Direct the crew while actively working, assign tasks, adjust workflow in real time, train team members by hands‑on instruction, and hold them accountable to performance and quality standards
• Inspect work continuously, correct issues immediately, and ensure all work meets company standards and project specifications
• Enforce safety standards, model proper PPE usage, identify hazards and address them immediately
• Work with Project Managers to execute schedules and scope, communicate progress, and help keep projects on schedule
• Complete daily reports, time tracking, and material usage; assist with material planning and inventory

What This Role Is NOT

• Passive supervision; not a position where you observe more than you work
• Not suited for someone unwilling to stay physically engaged throughout the day

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years hands‑on experience in painting, coatings, waterproofing, or related trades
• Proven ability to perform work and lead others doing it
• Strong understanding of surface prep, materials, and application methods
• Willingness to work physically every day in all job conditions
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred

• Prior experience as a working foreman or lead technician
• OSHA certification or similar safety training
• Experience with commercial or large‑scale residential projects

Skills & Traits We’re Looking For

• Leads by example
• Strong work ethic and high personal standards
• Takes ownership and responsibility without being asked
• Problem‑solver who stays productive under pressure
• Respected by others because they do the work, not avoid it

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs regularly
• Comfortable working at heights and on ladders/lifts
• Able to work outdoors in heat, humidity, and varying conditions
• Capable of sustained physical labor throughout the day

Bottom Line

You won’t just run the job—you’ll be in it. If you’re the type who takes ownership, leads by example, and gets the job done right, we want to talk.