Overview
Bird's Painting Company is seeking a dedicated Journeyman Painter to join our team.
As a Lead Painter, your role is to lead and support the team during projects. Tasks revolve around completing projects in a professional and timely manner, mitigating problems and accidents, moving materials and ladders, keeping the jobsite organized and clean, maintaining/ operating pumps, assisting with or teaching painting and cleanup.
The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, be able to work as expected and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. We need a reliable, detail oriented Lead ; who can lift 50+ lbs. frequently and is not shy of heights. Bird's Painting focuses on high-quality finishes while adhering to safety standards and project timelines; we need a candidate who is teachable to our ways and culture, yet understands the painting process and is already a skilled painter. Is willing to compromise, take accountability and work; all with a good, professional attitude.
Must be 21 years or older to apply. Must Have I.D. and be willing to take a drug test if asked.
1 Year of Construction General Labor Experience Required.
Duties
- Managing and completing projects on time and budget, either on your own or managing a small crew, project depending.
- Operating and maintain painting equipment provided by BPC.
- Jobsite organization, daily site setup/cleanup.
- Pressure washing and hand cleaning surfaces.
- Painting assistance, Including teaching new hires, refilling paint in pumps, moving Ladders, Etc..
- Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, patching, sanding, priming as necessary.
- Personal responsibility and accountability; making sure the job is being done correctly and to the best of your ability, upholding company standards.
- Utilize hand tools effectively, keep them clean and organized.
- Communicate effectively with team members to complete projects efficiently while maintaining quality standards.
Qualifications
Proven experience in construction labor.
Please be ready to provide at least two good references.
- 4+ Years experience in the Painting Industry.
- Able to lift 50 + pounds frequently, often while bending and reaching.
- Positive and Professional attitude.
- Able to reliably drive to jobsites and carry your own tools.
- Familiarity with painting and airless pumps is required.
- Proficiency in using hand tools safely and effectively.
- Knowledge of industrial and residential painting practices is required.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work well within a team environment and alone.
Join us in providing quality, professional painting services to the greater Thurston county area!
Job Type: Seasonal
Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible spending account
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: On the road
