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Crew Lead

PAINT MY HOUSE LLC

Ferndale, MI 48220 • $28.00 to $35.00 / hr • 8/24/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Crew Lead (Working Manager)

Pay Rate: $28.00+ / hour + performance bonuses and profit sharing

Location: Single Site

Job Type: Full-Time

Role Overview

We are seeking a reliable, hands-on Crew Lead to manage daily on-site painting operations while working directly alongside the crew. In this role, you will balance active painting duties with leadership responsibilities, serving as the main job-site point of contact for the client, directing workflow, and coaching team members into producing high-quality work from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

  • Actively paint alongside the crew while setting the standard for technique, speed, and safety.
  • Collaborate directly with company owner to grow the business with much upward income potential.
  • Plan, organize, and direct daily tasks to keep projects on schedule and within scope.
  • Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for the client, handling questions, daily updates, and walk-throughs professionally.
  • Oversee proper maintenance, storage, and handling of all company tools, sprayers, ladders, and materials.
  • Enforce safety protocols, ensure clean site conditions, and complete quality checks before project handoff.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of professional painting experience (interior/exterior, brush, roll, and spray) OR 3+ years experience in a customer service role (sales, hospitality, etc).
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to problem-solve on site.
  • Must be fully comfortable working on 28-foot ladders and traversing various roof pitches.
  • Ability to lift and carry 50+ pounds consistently throughout the workday.
  • Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and remain on your feet for extended periods.
  • Must have a reliable vehicle

Core Values & Professional Standards

  • Respect: You respect the customer, the team, and your work.
  • Action: You lead by example.
  • Growth: You treat every home like your own.
  • Service: You understand that character is what you do when no one is watching.

Why Join Paint My House?

  • Get your start in the trades or develop your business skills with our on-the-job training and business mentorship.
  • 30-day raises based on performance.
  • Performance bonuses and profit sharing.
  • 4-day work week possible (Monday - Thursday).
  • Overtime available.
  • LGBTQ+ friendly jobsite culture.