Job Description – Fox Home Innovations

Job Title: Paint/Drywall Technician

Report To: Project Manager

Updated Date: 4/01/2025

Position Summary:

Primary Goal:

The Paint/Drywall Technician will perform hands-on labor required for hanging and finishing drywall, as well as preparing and finishing paint work on all FHI projects. Additionally, the Paint/Drywall Technician should be able to follow instructions, as well as work independently, with minimal supervision. They will conduct themselves in a professional manner that directly aligns with Fox Home Innovations Core Values and Focus.

Qualifications:

§ Minimum 1 year of related experience in residential painting and drywall hanging and finishing.

§ Must have strong organization, communication, and project supervisory skills.

§ Personal vehicle to get to and from worksite and capable of transporting all necessary personal tools & equipment. 

§ Position requires the physical ability to perform tasks on all areas and aspects of a construction project.

§ Possess the required inventory of tools for work. 

§ Ability to use hand and power tools safely.

§ Great attention to detail.

§ Willingness to learn and grow in a team-oriented environment.

§ Accuracy with measurements.

§ Carry out after project cleaning of areas, supplies and equipment at the completion of a project.

§ Comply with OSHA/MDS guidelines with respect to the use of hazardous chemicals.

§ Reviewing and implementing work orders and assignments.

§ Ability to perform work according to Fox Home Innovations, LLC quality standards.

§ Neat appearance.

§ Must possess a valid driver's license.

Paint/Drywall Technician Primary Responsibilities:

Production:

The Paint/Drywall Technician is responsible for supporting the Project Managers and Lead Carpenters in the efficient and timely completing of their projects. To that end, specific production responsibilities include:

Prepare For Projects:

• Request any additional information needed from project binder documentation.
• Collaborate on project schedules in collaboration with the Project Manager.
• Discuss critical labor, purchasing, and material issues with the Project Manager.
• Monitor and impact project labor requirements based on estimates and scope of work, along with PM’s plan for the project.
• Address safety and security concerns related to the project.
• Organize initial mobilization of the work site, including material staging and site layouts.

Manage Projects:

• Ensure the safety of all customers, employees, trades, vendors, and other visitors to your sites.
• Always interact positively with the customer.
• Manage customer service and satisfaction with respect to the site.
• Ensure that all materials are acquired and ready to go to prevent delays.
• Interpret and layout the project as per the provided design information, communicate to site personnel and trades as required.
• Assist, when necessary, the scheduling and coordination of deliveries for project materials.
• When needed the PDT may be required to help assemble project materials at the FHI Office. 
• Ensure all materials delivered to site are as per design and selection requirements, in good condition, are stored appropriately and are ready for installation.
• Ensure site personnel and trades are prepared to complete their work with appropriate design, installation, tools, materials, and knowledge to complete their designated tasks. 
• Manage on-site FHI labor requirements for all your projects, coordinating with PM other LCs.
• Review with the PM the project schedules & project labor usage on a weekly basis.
• Communicate and ensure the execution of customer, trade, or site driven Change Orders, through the FHI Change Order process.
• Ensure the highest level of quality possible on every project.
• Understand and actively work to control production costs including, labor costs (manpower & production output), material costs (quantity & waste factors), trade contractor costs (overruns & extras), and equipment usage & rentals.
• Ensure that the proper Cost codes are being tracked for tasks performed and that all FHI personnel are clocked in under the correct project name.

Paint/Drywall and Site Duties:

• Maintain regular communication with customers to ensure satisfaction.

§ Responsible for painting the exterior and interior areas of projects.

§ Execute pre-painting activities, including cleaning, scraping, sanding, patching, caulking and masking of adjacent surfaces prior to painting, papering, texturing, etc.

§ Maintain an inventory of paint and supplies.

§ Understanding basic drywall handling and installation.

§ Provide guidance on project cleanliness, safety, efficiency, and customer service.

§ Store leftover paint, stain, materials used in the appropriate locations.

§ Covering trim, floors, furniture and other surfaces with masking tape, drop cloths and other protective coverings.

§ Setting up ventilation and other safety equipment to protect against unhealthy fumes.

§ Applying primer and other sealants to paint surfaces to ensure paint sticks.

§ Preparing surfaces to be painted to include washing, filling holes and cracks, sanding until surface is smooth.

§ Mixing and matching paint or stain to existing paint or stain and applying to surfaces.

§ Removing and reinstalling fixtures (i.e. doorknobs, switch covers, lights, etc.)

Sales/Marketing:

§ Participate in marketing activities like Home Tours and Home Shows and help with the setup and takedown of marketing events and work on the occasional weekend Home Tours.

Technology:

• Ensure that daily log entries are entered, with job progress to include description of work done each day and photos of progress. (All entries should be entered by the end of the working day at the end of the week the work occurred.)
• Be familiar with FHI Cell Phone and technology policies. 

Estimating:

• As with all FHI employees, the PDT can and will impact the health of FHI through their dedication to good business practices and fiscal responsibility.
• The PDT will consider profitability as part of their work for each project. 
• Support all FHI departments, as may be required, to maintain project budgets and profitability.
• Support, enable and ensure projects are carried out within their allotted budget costs.
• The PDT will continuously search for, consider, bring forward and support the most efficient and effective products, processes, and policies. 

Leadership:

§ The Paint/Drywall Technician will embrace, support, enable and promote the FHI Core Values and Core Focus

§ The PDT will always maintain a positive attitude towards FHI, other team members, office staff, vendors/trades, and FHI customers

§ Support and promote all FHI policies, procedures, and initiatives in a positive manner.

§ Bring any negative issues to the attention of the GM immediately. Provide recommendations for resolutions of these issues

§ Ensure all non-employee vendors and trades maintain the highest regard for FHI when on our jobsites or communicating with our staff and/or clients

§ The PDT will lead by example

§ Consistently act with honor, dedication, and focus

§ The PDT will continually educate and improve both professionally and personally.

§ Show an initiative to learn new skills, seek out the latest information and trends, grow creatively, and pursue continuous improvement

§ Provide encouragement, recognition, constructive feedback and coaching to all team members

§ Resolve all conflicts in a manner which benefits all parties involved

§ FHI, whenever possible, will support all employees both professionally and personally through training, education, and a positive, healthy work environment

Fox Home Innovations, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Fox Home Innovations Core Values

Unequaled Client Experience: *Clear Communication & Expectations

*Personable & Empathetic, *Attention to Detail

Lasting Relationships: *Treat others the way that THEY want to be treated. (The Platinum Rule)

*Willing to learn and adapt *Loyal & Trustworthy

Work Ethic: *Skilled Craftsmanship at all levels *We do what we say we will do.

*Organized & Consistent *Don't screw the next guy

Tackling Adversity with Positivity: *Own it *Take definitive action

*"Calm seas don't make for good sailors"

We Grow and Have Fun Together: *Always learning

*We Are a Team *Excited about the future