Painter & Drywall Installer – Individuals & Crews

Suttons Springfield Illinois
Industry: Home Remodeling & Exteriors

Founded in 1946 Suttons is a family-owned and operated home improvement company serving Central Illinois. In 2026 we are proud to celebrate our 80th anniversary eight decades of helping homeowners improve protect and enjoy their homes.

As Suttons interior remodeling business continues to grow we are looking for experienced painters and drywall professionals both individuals and established crews who take pride in quality craftsmanship and professional service.

Position Overview

Suttons is seeking experienced Painters and Drywall Installers including established crews/trade partners for residential remodeling projects throughout Springfield and Central Illinois.

We are interested in experienced individuals as well as established trade partners/subcontractor crews interested in developing an ongoing working relationship with Suttons.

Our customers are making a significant investment in their homes. Whether the project involves hanging and finishing drywall repairing existing surfaces or completing the final paint work we expect the finished product to reflect the quality and attention to detail associated with the Suttons name.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional interior and exterior painting as required by individual projects.

• Prepare surfaces properly including cleaning sanding patching caulking priming and other necessary preparation.

• Hang finish and repair drywall to professional residential remodeling standards.

• Tape mud sand and finish drywall to produce smooth paint-ready surfaces.

• Match existing textures and finishes when performing remodeling or repair work.

• Protect flooring furniture cabinetry fixtures and other areas of the homeowners property throughout the project.

• Maintain clean organized and safe work areas.

• Properly handle and maintain tools materials and equipment.

• Work efficiently to meet project schedules without sacrificing workmanship.

• Communicate professionally with homeowners project managers and other Suttons team members.

• Complete thorough jobsite cleanup and help ensure the finished project meets Suttons standards and the homeowners expectations.

Why Suttons

Suttons has been serving Central Illinois homeowners since 1946. Our painters drywall professionals and trade partners have the opportunity to work with an established local remodeling company backed by 80 years of experience professional project management a strong reputation and a continuing pipeline of home improvement projects.

If youre an experienced painter or drywall professional or operate an established crew and take pride in doing the job right wed like to hear from you.

Demonstrated verifiable experience in professional residential painting drywall installation and finishing or both. Candidates do not necessarily need to perform both trades; experienced painting specialists drywall specialists and crews specializing in either area are encouraged to apply.

Individual Professionals:

• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation to Suttons and/or assigned job sites.

• Appropriate professional tools and equipment for the work being performed.

• Ability to work independently or as part of a remodeling team.

• Dependable attendance and ability to consistently meet project schedules.

• Strong attention to detail and finish quality.

• Willingness to follow Suttons safety workmanship and customer-service standards.

Established Crews / Trade Partners:
Suttons welcomes established painting and drywall crews interested in an ongoing trade-partner relationship. Trade partners must:

• Maintain all licenses registrations and insurance coverage required to perform their work.

• Provide current certificates of insurance and other required documentation before beginning work.

• Maintain appropriate general liability and workers compensation coverage as required.

• Supply the vehicles tools and equipment necessary to complete assigned projects.

• Provide experienced and dependable crew members capable of meeting Suttons workmanship safety and customer-service standards.

Background Screening:
Suttons requires background screening as part of its hiring and trade-partner qualification process. Candidates and trade partners who successfully advance through the interview and qualification process will be required to complete and satisfactorily meet Suttons background-screening requirements before employment or approval to perform work on behalf of Suttons. Any screening will be conducted in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely lift and handle drywall paint tools and related materials as required by the work.

• Ability to climb and work from ladders and appropriate work platforms.

• Ability to bend kneel reach stand and perform physically demanding remodeling work throughout the workday.

• Ability to safely work in occupied residential environments.

• Ability to follow all applicable jobsite and workplace safety requirements.

What Were Looking For:
Above all Suttons is looking for experienced professionals who care about the finished product. Reliability craftsmanship cleanliness professionalism and respect for the homeowners property are essential.

For 80 years Suttons has built its reputation on quality workmanship and taking care of its customers. Every employee and trade partner representing Suttons plays an important role in protecting that reputation and carrying it forward.