Site Manager – Residential/Commercial Painting
Location: Toronto, ON
Company: Sienna Painting
About Us:
Have you been painting for a while and feel like you have the skills to do more than just paint surfaces? Then Sienna Painting might be for you! We’re growing fast and looking for hard-working people who want to take ownership of their work and coach others. If you want upward mobility, stable, steady work and a workplace where your ideas are heard, this could be your next job!
Position Summary:
We need a Job Site Lead with strong leadership and communication skills to manage residential and commercial painting crews. This hands-on role involves supervising teams, client relations, and ensuring quality results.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage painting crews on residential and commercial job sites
- Communicate professionally with clients and send project updates via email
- Teach and mentor painters to improve skills and efficiency
- Ensure all painting work meets company standards for quality and safety
- Carry and manage painting equipment and materials on site
Requirements:
- At least 3 years of residential painting experience
- Comfortable working on ladders up to 32 ft (occasional use of 40 ft ladders and lifts)
- Strong leadership and ability to train others
- Excellent communication skills, including email proficiency
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to work independently and problem-solve on site
- Availability for some weekend work and occasional late shifts
Bonus Skills:
- Experience with spray finishes (HVLP or airless)
- Drywall or plaster repair skills
- Operation of lifts (boom or scissor)
- Knowledge of Benjamin Moore and Sherwin-Williams paint products
Compensation and Benefits:
- Starting wage: $27–$32/hr based on experience and performance
- Performance bonuses available
- Full-time, 40 hours/week, with extra hours possible
- All tools and materials supplied by the company
- Respectful management—no yelling or belittling
- Work only within Toronto city limits—no long-distance travel
- Opportunities for promotion to senior management roles
- Inclusive work environment—everyone is welcome to apply
· Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
· Q: Do I need to provide my own tools?
A: No, all tools and materials are provided by Sienna Painting.
· Q: Will I need to work weekends or late hours?
A: Yes, some weekend work and occasional late shifts may be required.
· Q: Do I need experience with spray painting?
A: Spray finish experience is a bonus but not mandatory.
· Q: Is this job site-based or office-based?
A: This is a site-based role, working at residential and commercial locations within Toronto.
· Q: Is prior management experience required?
A: Prior leadership or supervisory experience is preferred but we also value strong painters ready to step into leadership.
Please check out our website & Instagram page to learn more about us. www.siennapainting.com and @siennatoronto
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.00-$32.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience with spray finishes, drywall repair, or operating lifts?
- Why should we consider you out of all the candidates we have applying to this ad?
- Do you have a reliable vehicle that you can use to carry and manage painting equipment and materials to / between work sites? i.e. ladder transportation, paint & materials pickup & drop off
- On a scale of 1–10, how organized are you? Give an example that supports your answer.
- Are you comfortable working on ladders up to 32 feet with occasional use of lifts and 40 ft ladders?
- How do you handle an employee who is underperforming or not following instructions?
- Have you ever dealt with a difficult homeowner or client? What happened?
- Are you available for occasional early mornings, longer days, weekends or urgent site visits?
- What's something about our company, Sienna Painting, that makes you want to work here? Why are you interested in working with a growing painting company?
Experience:
- Residential painting: 3 years (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Working at Heights Certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person
