Lead Painter and Restoration Specialist

**Job Summary:**

The Lead Painter and Restoration Specialist is responsible for providing high-quality painting services on residential and commercial reconstruction and restoration projects. This role involves drywalling, preparing walls and surfaces for painting, painting the surface with attention to detail, and completing other duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in painting and drywall support, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Paints surface areas according to instructions with various painting tools.
• Caulks, putties, cements, and plasters holes and cracks, as needed.
• Prepares the walls and surfaces for painting.
• Assists in keeping worksites clean and safe.
• Provides superior customer service and protects each job site by using protective covering on surfaces and floors.
• Communicates clearly with Project Managers and Superintendents about project status and changes.
• Maintains proper project documentation and executes required paperwork.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in painting within restoration or construction (preferred).
• At least 2 years of drywall experience (preferred).
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to identify hazards in assigned work areas and work safely without posing a direct threat to self or others.
• Capable of meeting the mental and physical demands of the job.
• Professional demeanor and ability to work well with others.
• Valid and current driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Successful completion of a national criminal background check and motor vehicle report background check.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening.