CA$65,000 to CA$95,000/year + Bonuses + Benefits
Step Up. Lead the Crew. Deliver Outstanding Results.
Are you an experienced painter with leadership potential and a passion for creating exceptional customer experiences? Do you do your best work in fast-paced environments where craftsmanship, communication, and your ideas matter? Harbor Painting Co. is hiring a Painting Crew Leader / Working Foreman - a hands-on leadership role where you'll guide teams, deliver quality work, and help shape the future of one of York Region's most trusted painting companies.
Harbor Painting Co. Inc. is a family-owned, award-winning painting company proudly serving Newmarket and York Region since 2016. Known for exceptional craftsmanship in cabinet refinishing, interior painting, and exterior painting, we are driven by core values: delivering top-quality results, fostering a respectful and growth-oriented team culture, running efficient and well-structured operations, and maintaining integrity in everything we do.
At Harbor Painting, we don't just paint homes - we create exceptional client experiences.
Learn more about us at: https://harborpaintingco.com
As a Painting Crew Leader / Working Foreman, you are more than a site lead. You are a mentor, a team builder, and a top-tier painter. You'll run job sites, communicate with homeowners, and lead by example while maintaining quality, safety, and professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Lead a small crew of painters on residential job sites
- Actively paint and assist with prep, spraying, cutting, and rolling
- Oversee job timelines, quality control, and daily site tasks
- Maintain positive, professional interactions with clients
- Uphold safety standards and train team members
- Ensure jobs finish on time, on budget, and to Harbor's high standards
Qualifications
- 3 or more years of painting experience; crew leadership is a strong asset
- Ability to provide references from past employers supporting your previous leadership role
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to lead and inspire a team
- High attention to detail and a strong work ethic
- Customer-focused mindset with problem-solving ability
- Valid Ontario driver's license with a clean driving record
Compensation & Benefits
- Full-time position
- Earning potential of CA$65,000 to CA$95,000 annually
- Performance-based bonuses for completing jobs under budget with 100% customer satisfaction
- Paid training and clear growth pathways
- Extended health, vision, and life insurance after 90 days
- Company events and a positive, family-oriented culture
- All tools and equipment are provided
- Year-round work with workflow adjusted for seasonal changes
Why Work With Us?
Harbor Painting Co. is built on trust, professionalism, respect, and accountability. We believe great service starts with great people, and we invest in our team so they can thrive. If you're someone who values growth, excellence, and teamwork, this is your chance to lead.
Harbor Painting Co. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.
