Industrial Lead Painter

Industrial Lead Painter CertaPro Painters of Cedar Rapids IA Hiawatha, IA Job Details Full-time $34.43 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description Benefits:

401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Dental insurance Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Vision insurance Industrial Lead Painter (2-Year Project)

Location:

Cedar Rapids, IA Schedule:

4 Days/Week (Monday-Thursday, 10-hour shifts)

Pay:

$34.43/hour + Benefits Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Industrial Lead Painter to oversee and execute coating and surface preparation work on a long-term local project expected to run for the next two years . This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who can run a jobsite, maintain high safety standards, and deliver high-quality work while leading a crew. What We Offer $34.43/hour (steady, long-term work) 4-day work week - every Friday off Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k, etc.) Local work - home every night (no travel required) Consistent hours on a stable 2-year project Key Responsibilities Lead daily jobsite operations and coordinate crew activities Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to spec Attend and participate in daily/weekly safety meetings Maintain accurate jobsite condition logs and documentation Communicate with project managers and other trades Inspect work for quality and compliance Train and mentor crew members Technical Responsibilities Operate and maintain sandblasting equipment (sand pots) Apply coatings using industrial sprayers Mix and apply epoxies and specialty coatings Perform proper surface preparation (blasting, cleaning, profiling) Ensure coating thickness and adhesion meet specifications Qualifications 3+ years of industrial painting experience (lead or foreman preferred) Proven ability to run a jobsite and lead a crew Experience with: Sandblasting (sand pots) Airless and conventional sprayers Epoxy and industrial coating systems Strong understanding of jobsite safety protocols Ability to complete daily logs and communicate clearly Reliable, accountable, and production-driven Requirements Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening Ability to work full 10-hour shifts (Monday-Thursday) Physically able to perform job duties (lifting, climbing, standing) Preferred Qualifications OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification Experience on large-scale industrial or commercial projects Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus Work Environment Industrial jobsite conditions (heights, confined spaces, outdoor exposure) PPE required at all times Physically demanding role Who This Role is For This is a great opportunity for a career-minded industrial painter who wants: Stable, long-term work Leadership responsibility A consistent 4-day schedule with 3-day weekends This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to CertaPro Painters Corporate.