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Paint Foreman

Kaloutas, Boston, MA, United States

Duration: Full Time



Job Responsibilities

Painting:


  • Participate as an active painter during the job when needed to keep the project on track


Project Management:


  • Complete job on or under budget agreed-upon at handoff meetings

  • Complete site safety inspection checklists before the start of each job

  • Facilitate daily huddle every morning.

  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with site Supers

  • Make sure equipment and materials are on-site ahead of time and returned after use

  • Calculate production rates and estimated materials needed (i.e. lifts, gallons of paint)

  • Proactively communicate with Ops Managers on project status on a daily basis

  • Elevate important issues to sales and accounting

  • Follow protocol to bill customers for extra work completed outside of original project scope

  • Assign and hold painters accountable for completing certain sections of the job


Training and Coaching Crew:


  • Train painters on unfamiliar or advanced painting techniques

  • Verify crew are trained on lifts, spray machines, ladders and scaffolds before use

  • Ensure crew follows all incident reporting protocol

  • Conduct weekly Toolbox Talks

  • Give crew regular feedback on their job performance.

  • Partner with HR to ensure crew attendance, appearance, and behavior is always professional


MISC:


  • Adhere to all OSHA standards

  • Other duties as assigned

  • Return phone calls/emails within 24 hours

  • Willingness to use technology to communicate and track work


 

Qualifications


  • 5 or more years of experience in a painter/lead painter role

  • A strong focus on safety, quality, and customer service

  • Comfortability with managing multiple priorities and adapting when necessary

  • Ability to read blueprints and perform basic calculations

  • Advanced knowledge of painting techniques

  • Possess an OSHA10 card and be willing to obtain OSHA30 card

  • Valid driver’s license

  • HS Diploma or GED

  • Ability to read, write, and speak English

  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

  • Punctual and consistent work attendance

  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn

  • Ability to communicate professionally; follow instructions and provide instruction

  • Ability to lift and maneuver heavy equipment; stand, kneel, and bend for extended periods of time






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