Traveling Painter Lead
Company: Premier Early Childhood Education Partners
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Position at Premier Early Childhood Education
Partners Premier Early Childhood Education Partners is a private
early childhood education organization seeking a Traveling Painter
Lead ! This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and
experienced professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality
work while helping maintain safe, welcoming environments for
children and staff across our nationwide network of childcare
centers. To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require 3 years of
professional painting experience and 1 year in a supervisory or
crew lead role preferred . Experience working in schools, daycare
centers, healthcare facilities, or similar environments is strongly
preferred. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and clean
driving record . Compensation: $70,000 – $80,000 annually, based on
experience Travel: This role requires 90–100% travel across our
nationwide network of childcare centers , including frequent
overnight stays. Most painting work will occur after hours
(typically after 6:00 PM) to minimize disruption to daily center
operations. Candidates must live within driving distance of Chicago
O’Hare International Airport to allow for flexibility and
accessibility when traveling on short notice. We are a
family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer
our next team member including: Competitive Pay Generous Benefits
Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance 401k with
Match Professional Development Opportunities Fun and Positive Place
to Work Open Door Policy Our Hiring Process: Resume screen Phone
screen with Recruiter (30 minutes) Virtual interview with Vice
President of Real Estate (30 minutes) Virtual interview with
Regional Vice President (45 minutes) Offer Main Job
Responsibilities: Lead and supervise travelling painting crews of
2–5 team members across multiple daycare facility locations.
Delegate tasks and manage daily workflow to ensure projects remain
on schedule and within scope. Train crew members on proper painting
techniques, safety procedures, and company standards. Perform
surface preparation including patching, sanding, caulking, and
priming prior to painting. Apply paints, stains, and specialty
coatings across classrooms, hallways, offices, and play areas.
Inspect completed work to ensure high-quality finishes appropriate
for childcare environments. Maintain strict safety standards in
accordance with OSHA regulations and company safety procedures.
Ensure proper ventilation and safe storage of materials, including
the use of low-VOC or child-safe products when required. Maintain
clean, organized job sites that remain free of hazards and safe for
childcare facilities. Serve as the on-site liaison between company
leadership and daycare administrators during projects. Provide
daily progress updates and maintain documentation related to
project completion. Manage materials, equipment transportation, and
inventory while traveling between facilities. If you take pride in
delivering quality craftsmanship, enjoy leading teams, and are
interested in traveling while supporting environments that serve
children and families, we encourage you to apply today! Premier
Early Childhood Education Partners is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do
not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes
against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.
Keywords: Premier Early Childhood Education Partners, Mount Prospect , Traveling Painter Lead, Education / Teaching , Chicago, Illinois
