About This Role
Malone Painting is looking for experienced Subcontractor/Trade Partner crews in St. Louis, MO. Partner crews typically earn $30 to $60 per hour depending on crew speed and quality. You will focus on the craft, performing residential interior, exterior, cabinet, and deck/fence painting, while Malone handles marketing, sales, estimates, scheduling, and customer communication.
Who You Are
You are a painting professional who takes pride in prep work that is just as clean as the finish coat
You love the craft and want a reliable partner who keeps your crew busy with quality projects year-round
You take ownership of every job site, protecting customer property and leaving it spotless when you walk away
You believe communication and professionalism are just as important as what you put on the wall
You are looking to grow your business with steady work and fair pay, not chase jobs between gaps
You operate as a legitimate business entity with General Liability Insurance and Workers' Compensation (or willingness to secure it within 30 days)
Who We Are
Malone Painting is a premier painting company in St. Louis backed by over 20 years of professional experience
We specialize in residential interior, exterior, cabinet, and deck painting across St. Louis neighborhoods
We keep our best partners busy with a steady pipeline of pre-sold, high-quality residential projects
Every job comes with a defined work order, clear expectations, and a production manager who supports you without micromanaging
We pay quickly and on time because we understand cash flow matters to your business
What You Will Do Each Day
Perform high-quality interior and exterior residential painting including prep, priming, and finishing
Execute drywall repair, patching, sanding, caulking, and surface matching as outlined in job scopes
Deliver cabinet refinishing and deck/fence staining projects when assigned
Send daily photo updates and communicate job progress using your smartphone
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized job site on every project
Complete jobs on time and within the agreed scope
Why You'll Love Partnering With Us
$30 to $60 per hour depending on crew speed and quality
Consistent, year-round work with a steady pipeline of pre-sold projects
Fast, reliable payment for completed work
You focus on painting, we handle customers, sales, estimates, and scheduling
Clear scopes and production manager support on every job
A true partnership built on growing together over time
Next Steps
If you are a skilled painting crew looking for steady work and a long-term partner, apply today.
Pay & Benefits
Pay: $30-$60/hr
Schedule & Location
onsite • St. Louis, MO
Requirements
Business & Insurance
Must operate as a legitimate business entity (LLC, Corporation, or Sole Proprietor).
Must carry General Liability Insurance.
Must carry Workers’ Compensation or be willing to secure it within 30 days (or meet state exemption requirements).
Experience & Craftsmanship
Strong experience in residential painting (interior & exterior).
Solid prep skills: covering, masking, sanding, caulking, priming, surface repair.
Ability to perform small-to-medium repairs as listed in job scopes.
Ability to meet professional cleanliness and finishing standards.
Crew Requirements
Must have at least one fluent English speaker on site daily.
Crews of 2–3 people are ideal, but highly skilled 1-person crews may be accepted for smaller jobs.
Communication & Technology
Must be able to send daily photo updates and communicate using a smartphone.
Must be comfortable receiving job details, updates, and expectations via digital tools.
Schedule & Availability
Available for consistent work (preferred), or partial-schedule partners looking to grow.
Able to start jobs on time and complete them within agreed timeframes.
Professional Standards
Follow work orders precisely — no side work or unapproved extras.
Respect customer property and maintain a clean, safe job site.
Strong commitment to honesty, reliability, and doing the right thing.
Lead-Safe Awareness (Preferred)
Experience with pre-1978 homes is preferred.
RRP certification is a plus; willingness to become certified is required to perform lead-affected work.
Ready to Grow Your Painting Business?
If you want steady work, fair pay, and a partnership that helps your business thrive — apply today. We’re excited to meet subcontractor crews who take pride in their craft and want to build something great together.
About Malone Painting
At Malone Painting, we’re proud to offer premier painting services in St. Louis. Backed by over 20 years of professional experience, our streamlined process takes the stress out of every project—no mess, just stunning results. Our painting services throughout St. Louis neighborhoods bring new life to your home with meticulous attention to detail on walls, trim, cabinets, and decks.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Ready to Start Your Career Journey?
Take the next step in your professional journey. Apply now and join our team of talented individuals making a difference.
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