Exterior Residential Painter
JOB SUMMARY
You'll paint everything from ranch-style homes to 3-story historic exteriors.
Work includes repairing, prepping, painting, and finishing a variety of exterior surfaces — siding, trim, decks, fences, railings, doors, and shutters. No two houses are the same.
You'll join a small crew that takes pride in quality work, treats every home like their own, and shows up for each other and the customer.
JOB DUTIES AND TASKS
- Clean and treat surfaces before coating — pressure washing, brushing, scraping, and various cleaning agents
- Remove old finishes by stripping, sanding, wire brushing, and shaving
- Conceal cracks, holes, etc., with fillers using caulk guns and putty knives
- Smooth surfaces using sandpaper, steel wool, and sanding machines
- Apply primers and sealers to prep surfaces for finish coats
- Apply paints, stains, and finishes using brushes, rollers, and spray guns
- Remove and replace fixtures, hardware, switches, and furniture as needed
- Set up and move ladders
- Examine finished surfaces for quality; touch up defects
- Clean and maintain tools and equipment, using solvents, brushes, and rags
- Handle and dispose of hazardous materials safely
KNOWLEDGE
- Interest in learning painting trade practices and processes
- Willingness to be trained to regularly climb and work on a 40' ladder
- Commitment to showing up on time and following instructions
- Basic familiarity with hand tools (or eagerness to learn)
- Awareness of general job site safety (or willingness to be trained)
WHO YOU ARE
- Quality-driven — you take pride in doing it right, not just getting it done
- Customer-focused — you understand a clean job site and a happy homeowner are part of the finished product
- Honest and accountable — you own your mistakes, you communicate, and you don't cut corners
- Owner-minded — you treat the truck, the tools, and the job like they're yours
- Conscientious — you notice details others miss and follow through without being reminded
- Hard-working — you show up ready, stay busy, and push through when it's hot, cold, or tedious
- Adaptable — plans change, weather shifts, customers pivot — you roll with it
- Team player — you've got your crew's back and know the job goes better when everyone works together
ABILITIES
- Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients
- Perform physical tasks — lift up to 50 lbs unassisted, climb ladders, bend, stand for long periods, and make repetitive motions
- Safely use hand tools and power equipment common to construction
- Steady hand and arm control for precise work
- Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity
- See details at close range; distinguish color shades and brightness
- Prioritize, organize, and complete tasks efficiently
* Wage based on experience. We're happy to train an Excellent Person with zero painting experience but a desire to learn the trade! We're also happy to have an already Excellent Person & Skilled Painter on our crew!