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New Hire Onboarding & Documentation for Painting

The New Hire Onboarding & Documentation workflow provides painting contractors with a structured system for welcoming employees. It covers completing paperwork, reviewing safety and environmental standards, introducing company policies, and assigning training. By following this process, painting companies reduce errors, improve retention, and protect profitability. Clients benefit from confidence that crews are prepared and professional. Teams gain accountability through structured onboarding documentation. With this workflow in place, painting contractors can strengthen professionalism, improve efficiency, and deliver projects more reliably with employees who are aligned with company expectations.

Send welcome message with start date, time, and location details

Prepare workspace, gear, or tools for the new hire’s first day

Collect required employment forms (W-4, I-9, direct deposit, etc.)

Gather copies of licenses, certifications, or ID as needed

Review employee handbook and company policies

Provide safety orientation and training documentation

Assign PPE, uniforms, badges, or access credentials

Introduce new hire to team members and key contacts

Review job expectations, reporting structure, and daily routines

Walk through time tracking, payroll, and communication systems

Schedule any trade-specific or role-specific training

Set up employee in HR, payroll, and project management systems

Check in after first few days to answer questions and offer support

Track onboarding completion and file all documentation securely