Production Manager — Residential Painting

1 day ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Toronto Full time US$20,000 - US$30,000 per year


Job Description — Operations & Production Intern (Summer, Full-Time)

Location: Forest Hill, Toronto, ON
Compensation: $20,000–$30,000 total summer earnings (hourly + performance bonuses)
Employment Type: Full-Time · Seasonal (May–August)
Department: Operations

About the Role

We are hiring a motivated, organized, and energetic individual to join our team as an Operations & Production Intern for the Summer 2026 season. This role is perfect for someone looking to gain real management experience, learn how to run job sites, lead crews, and deliver high-quality results for clients in the Forest Hill / Cedarvale / Eglinton community.

You will work directly with the Branch Manager to coordinate residential painting projects, manage a small team, ensure job quality, and create an excellent client experience.

No previous painting experience required — we provide full training.

What You'll Do

  • Oversee day-to-day operations on residential painting job sites

  • Lead and motivate a team of 8–12 painters

  • Maintain productivity, jobsite organization, and project timelines

  • Ensure quality workmanship and a clean, professional jobsite

  • Communicate with clients and uphold a high standard of customer care

  • Track hours, materials, and job progress in real time

  • Assist with setup, cleanup, and equipment management

  • Work closely with the Branch Manager to reach weekly production targets

What We're Looking For

  • Strong communicator who enjoys working with people

  • Organized, reliable, and responsible

  • Takes initiative and solves problems effectively

  • Positive attitude and ability to lead by example

  • Comfortable working outdoors and doing physical tasks

  • Interested in gaining leadership, operations, and management experience

  • Available full-time from May to August

  • Access to reliable transportation

What We Offer

  • $20,000–$30,000 total summer earnings (hourly + bonuses based on performance)

  • Full training in leadership, operations, and painting techniques

  • Weekly coaching to help you develop professionally

  • A fun, supportive, high-energy work environment

  • Hands-on experience running real job sites

  • An impressive addition to your resume (leadership, operations, client management)

  • Opportunity for increased responsibility or return offers in future seasons

Why This Role Matters

You are the backbone of our production team. The work you do directly impacts:

  • Client experience

  • Jobsite culture

  • Crew performance

  • Overall success of our 2026 season

This role gives you experience that translates into project management, operations, leadership, and entrepreneurship — skills that stay with you long after the summer ends.


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