Commercial Painter

Job Description

Job Description

Commercial Painter – Higham Company, Inc.— DMV Region 

Job Overview

• Company: Higham Co Inc Painting & Wallcovering Contractor
• Salary/Pay Rate: $22.00 - $28.00+ per hour
• Location: Manassas, VA (20% Regional Travel)
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Commercial, Government, and Federal Painting, Wallcovering, and Polished Concrete
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Commercial Painter to join our crews on active jobsites throughout the DMV region. You’ll work alongside a crew that knows the trade, moves fast, and takes price in a job done right.  

How You Will Make an Impact

• Perform surface preparation including drywall patching, caulking, sanding, and painting per spec and manufacturer requirements.
• Apply paint coatings using sprayers, brushes, and rollers.
• Follow jobsite safety requirements and use PPE as required  
• Keep tools, equipment and materials in organized and good working condition  
• Transport and manage jobsite equipment, trade tools as needed. 
• Support field management.
• Maintain clean, safe jobsites while complying fully with OSHA and company safety protocols.
• Work efficiently to keep pace with crew production goals.  

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 1 year of proven experience in commercial or construction painting applications.
• Solid practical working knowledge of surface preparation and coatings.
• Demonstrated experience using airless paint sprayers, brushes, rollers, and caulking guns.
• Ability and physical comfort working at heights on Ladders and power lifts.
• High attention to detail, strong time-management skills, and a commitment to quality.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Up to 3 years of trade experience in commercial paint and coatings.
• Completion of a Trade Program or Technical Certification in painting.
• Bilingual communication capabilities in English and Spanish.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate ranging from $22.00 to $28.00+ per hour based on trade experience.
• Weekly pay cycle,
• Profit-sharing programs and 401(k) retirement plan options with employer matching.
• Full health insurance coverage options including Medical and Dental benefits.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and customizable life and disability insurance options.
• Paid Time Off package covering major holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Comprehensive safety equipment provided alongside employer-paid safety and technical certifications.
• Smartphone or tablet technology access provided based on field position needs.
• Regular company events within a collaborative, family-first work environment.

About Us

Higham Company, Inc. is a commercial painting and wallcovering contractor serving clients throughout the DMV region, including general contractors, property managers, and end users. We work across all market segments, from tilt-up concrete to interior finish packages. 

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Higham Co Inc Painting & Wallcovering Contractor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.