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π¨ Licensed Exterior Painter / Subcontractor β $80kβ$110k/yr (Orange, CA)
Painting Company Located in Orange
compensation:
75% / 25% project split
employment type:
contract
experience level:
mid level
job title:
Licensed Exterior Painting Subcontractor
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Company: Orange County Painting Services
Website: www.orangecountypaintingservices.com
Location: Orange County, CA
Job Type: 1099 Licensed Subcontractor
Work Type: Exterior Residential Painting
Target Earnings: $80,000β$110,000/year annualized target earning potential for strong performers once fully ramped
Project Split: 75% to licensed painter/subcontractor / 25% to Orange County Painting Services
Bonus: $1,000 Ramp Bonus after 10 successful completed jobs
π This position is for Orange County work only. Please apply only if you are based in Orange County or can reliably complete exterior painting jobs in Orange County.
Orange County Painting Services is looking for a licensed exterior painting subcontractor who can complete high-quality exterior residential painting work.
This is not a sales position.
You do not need to sell.
You do not need to knock doors.
You do not need to chase customers.
You do not need to create your own leads.
We already have the customer process, inspection process, photos, reports, job notes, and approved jobs moving through the system.
Now we need the right licensed painter/subcontractor to complete the actual painting work.
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π° How the Pay Structure Works
This is a 1099 licensed subcontractor opportunity.
The project split is simple:
β 75% goes to the licensed painter/subcontractor
β 25% goes to Orange County Painting Services
The split is based on the approved total customer invoice.
Orange County Painting Services provides the lead, customer process, inspection report, photos, job notes, customer communication, and project coordination.
You provide the painting skill, labor, crew if needed, equipment, materials planning, and high-quality finished work.
Before each job starts, we may send you:
β Photos of the property
β Inspection report
β Scope notes
β Customer details
β Job expectations
You may be asked to review the photos/report and give us your price for the work.
Once the customer invoice is approved and the project is confirmed, the project split is 75% to you and 25% to us.
Final scope, pricing, and payout will be confirmed before the job starts.
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π Why This Opportunity Is Different
Most painters are stuck doing everything themselves:
β Finding leads
β Paying for marketing
β Answering calls
β Scheduling appointments
β Chasing customers
β Following up
β Selling the job
β Handling admin
β Trying to keep work consistent
We are building the opposite.
Orange County Painting Services handles the lead generation, customer process, inspection report, photos, job organization, communication, and workflow.
You focus on what you do best:
π¨ Painting
π Completing quality exterior work
π§° Managing the job properly
β Finishing clean, professional projects
If you are a licensed painter/subcontractor who wants more consistent work without dealing with all the lead generation and customer follow-up, this may be a strong fit.
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βοΈ How We Operate
We are not running this like a messy, old-school painting company.
Orange County Painting Services is organized, system-driven, and technology-supported.
We use structured workflows, HCP, job tracking, customer follow-up, photos, inspection reports, and organized project notes to make the process clear.
That means:
β Jobs are tracked
β Customers are followed up with
β Photos are organized
β Inspection reports are documented
β Scope notes are provided
β Communication is clear
β The team knows what is happening next
Our goal is to remove the common headaches painters usually deal with β chasing customers, unclear scopes, messy scheduling, poor communication, and disorganized jobs.
We are looking for a licensed painter/subcontractor who wants to plug into a serious system, complete quality work, and grow with us long-term.
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β What We Provide
β Exterior painting leads
β Jobs already moving through the system
β Customer communication support
β Inspection reports
β Photos of the project
β Scope notes
β HCP workflow
β Scheduling support
β Project coordination
β Payment process
β Customer follow-up
β Organized job process
β Opportunity for steady weekly work
β Long-term growth opportunity
You do not need to sell the job.
You do not need to close the customer.
You focus on giving accurate pricing when needed and completing the painting work once the project is approved.
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π§° What You Will Do
β Complete approved exterior residential painting jobs
β Review photos, reports, and scope notes when needed
β Provide your price for the work when requested
β Bring the labor, tools, equipment, and crew needed for the project
β Prep, paint, clean up, and complete the job professionally
β Communicate clearly before, during, and after the job
β Keep jobs clean, organized, and on schedule
β Take progress photos and completion photos
β Follow the agreed scope of work
β Deliver high-quality finished work
β Represent the company professionally on job sites
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π₯ Crew Setup
You may apply as:
β A licensed solo painter/subcontractor
β A licensed painter with a helper
β A licensed painting crew
β A licensed exterior painting subcontractor with an established team
Please let us know whether you work by yourself or if you have a helper/crew.
If you have a crew, that is a plus.
If you are solo but licensed, experienced, reliable, and can complete quality exterior work, you may still be a strong fit.
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π΅ Earning Potential
Strong performers may qualify for:
β Steady exterior painting work
β Priority access to approved jobs
β 75% of approved customer invoice
β $1,000 Ramp Bonus after 10 successful completed jobs
β Long-term subcontractor relationship
β Consistent weekly opportunity as job volume grows
The $80,000β$110,000/year range is target annualized earning potential for strong performers once fully ramped.
This is not a guaranteed salary.
Actual earnings depend on:
β Number of jobs accepted
β Number of jobs completed
β Job size
β Approved invoice amount
β Availability
β Production quality
β Customer satisfaction
β Ability to complete jobs professionally and on schedule
The first 10 completed jobs are used as a trial period to make sure the fit is right for both sides.
To qualify as a successful completed job, the job must be:
β Completed on time
β Clean and professional
β Properly documented with photos and notes
β Approved by the customer
β Completed with no major issues
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π· Ideal Candidate
β Licensed exterior painting subcontractor
β Active C-33 painting license required
β Experienced with exterior residential painting
β Has own truck, ladders, tools, sprayer, and painting equipment
β Has a helper or crew, or can complete jobs solo when appropriate
β Can review photos/scope notes and give pricing when needed
β Can complete clean, high-quality exterior painting work
β Communicates clearly
β Shows up on time
β Takes pride in the finished product
β Has photos or portfolio of past exterior painting work
β Has references from past customers, contractors, or jobs
β Has no active competing company branding on truck while working our jobs
β Can cover or remove existing truck branding if needed
β English required
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π Requirements
β Active C-33 painting license required
β Exterior painting experience required
β Own truck or work vehicle required
β Own ladders, tools, sprayer, and painting equipment required
β General liability insurance strongly preferred and may be required before starting work
β Workersβ comp required if bringing helpers or employees
β Must provide photos of previous exterior painting work
β Must provide references
β Must be able to complete jobs cleanly and professionally
β Must communicate clearly
β Must take progress and completion photos
β Must follow the agreed scope of work
β Must be reliable and show up on time
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πͺͺ License / Insurance
An active C-33 painting license is required for this opportunity.
Licensed subcontractors will receive priority.
General liability insurance is strongly preferred and may be required before starting work.
Workersβ comp is required if you bring helpers or employees.
Please include your license status when replying.
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π€ Team Culture
We are building a motivated, professional, system-driven painting team.
This is not a messy, disorganized operation. We care about communication, clean work, customer experience, quality, and doing things the right way.
We want people who:
β Show up on time
β Communicate clearly
β Take pride in their work
β Care about the customer experience
β Want steady work
β Want to make more money
β Want long-term opportunity
β Can follow a professional system
β Want to be around motivated people
No drama.
No excuses.
No sloppy work.
No disappearing.
We are looking for a long-term licensed painting subcontractor, not someone looking for one quick job.
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π© How to Apply
Please reply with:
1. Name, phone number, and city you are based in
2. Your C-33 license number or license status
3. How many years of exterior residential painting experience do you have?
4. Are you working solo, with a helper, or with a crew?
5. Can you send photos of past exterior painting jobs you completed?
6. Do you have your own truck, ladders, sprayer, tools, and painting equipment?
7. Do you have general liability insurance?
8. Do you have workersβ comp if you bring helpers or employees?
9. How soon can you start taking approved exterior painting jobs in Orange County?
10. How many exterior painting jobs can you realistically complete per week if we provide approved jobs and organized project information?
β οΈ Incomplete replies may not be considered.
Please include photos of your work. A resume is preferred, but if you do not have a formal resume, send a clear work history with your painting experience, past jobs, license status, crew setup, and completed project photos.
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π« Do Not Apply If
β You do not have a C-33 painting license
β You cannot show photos of your exterior painting work
β You do not have painting tools or equipment
β You do not have a truck or work vehicle
β You cannot complete exterior painting jobs professionally
β You cannot communicate clearly
β You cannot show up on time
β You do not want long-term opportunity
β You do not want to follow a company process
β You cannot provide references
β You are only looking for basic hourly labor
β You are expecting a guaranteed salary
- Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.