Competitive Pay
Higher pay usually attracts more painters.
TEMPORARY PAINTING LABOR COST
How Pricing Works on Trade Time
You decide what you want to pay for the shift. Higher pay generally attracts more painters and can increase your chances of finding experienced workers quickly.
Trade Time adds a flat platform fee to the labor cost, and you'll always see your total before you post the shift.
SET THE PAY FOR YOUR SHIFT
You choose what you want to pay.
Every painting job is different.
A one-day apartment repaint isn't the same as a commercial repaint, and an experienced finisher may expect different pay than someone helping with prep work.
When creating a shift, you decide the pay for the work.
In general:
- ✓More competitive pay attracts more interest.
- ✓More experienced work often requires higher pay.
- ✓Difficult schedules, weekends, or short notice may also require higher pay.
You're in control of the rate before the shift is posted.
Trade Time adds one simple platform fee.
After you choose the pay for your painters, Trade Time adds a flat platform fee.
Before you publish the shift, you'll see the total amount you'll be charged.
There are no calculations you have to do yourself.
Add your payment method before posting.
Before a shift can be published, you'll securely add a payment method through the mobile app
This allows your shift to be posted immediately once you're ready.
Your payment information is handled securely by Stripe.
Painters work first. Payment happens afterward.
When your shift begins, painters clock in through the Trade Time app.
When the work is finished, they clock out.
If the job finishes earlier than expected—or runs longer—you'll have the opportunity to review and adjust the recorded hours before payment is finalized.
Once everything looks correct, Trade Time processes the payment automatically.
What affects how many painters accept?
Short Notice
Last-minute jobs may need more competitive pay.
Skill Level
Experienced painters often expect higher pay than entry-level work.
Clear Job Details
Good descriptions help painters decide whether the shift is right for them.
QUESTIONS FROM PAINTING COMPANIES
Frequently asked questions
How do I decide what to pay?+
You choose the pay for every shift. More competitive pay generally attracts more interest, while specialized painting work may require higher pay.
Does Trade Time set my pay rates?+
No. You decide what you want to pay before posting the shift.
Will I see the total before posting?+
Yes. You'll review the total cost before your shift is published.
When do I add my payment method?+
Before posting your first shift, you'll securely add a payment method through the mobile app.
When am I charged?+
After the shift is completed. Painters clock in and out through the app, you'll have the opportunity to review the hours if needed, and payment is then processed.
What if the shift finishes early?+
You'll have the opportunity to review the recorded hours before payment is finalized.
What if the shift runs longer?+
You can update the hours to reflect the actual time worked before payment is processed.
Does higher pay help attract painters?+
Generally, yes. More competitive pay can increase interest in your shift, especially for experienced painters or short-notice work.
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