Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Painter Helper and be a vital part of transforming spaces through skilled painting and surface preparation! In this energetic role, you will assist experienced painters in preparing surfaces, handling tools, and applying coatings across residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will contribute to delivering high-quality finishes that enhance the beauty and durability of every project. This paid position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your construction skills while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment dedicated to craftsmanship and safety.
Responsibilities
- Assist with surface preparation including sanding, scraping, caulking, and priming to ensure optimal paint adhesion.
- Support painting activities using brushes, rollers, paint sprayers (including airless spray equipment), and conventional spray systems.
- Handle hand tools, power tools, scaffolding, ladders, and other equipment safely and efficiently.
- Prepare construction sites by masking areas, covering furniture or fixtures, and setting up drop cloths to protect surfaces.
- Interpret technical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and surface specifications to assist with accurate application.
- Follow safety regulations diligently by wearing respiratory protection, using fall protection when working at heights, and adhering to all safety protocols on-site.
- Collaborate with team members on renovation projects involving plastering, stucco application, masonry work, or restoration efforts to achieve seamless finishes.
Qualifications
- Prior experience in construction painting or related trades such as carpentry or handyman work is preferred but not required; willingness to learn is essential!
- Knowledge of construction estimating, blueprint reading, schematic interpretation, and color theory is a plus.
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, paint sprayers (including airless systems), brushes, rollers, and scaffolding safely.
- Familiarity with surface preparation techniques like sanding, scraping, caulking (including trim carpentry), and primer application.
- Strong understanding of safety regulations including respiratory protection use and adherence to safety protocols on construction sites.
- Basic math skills for measurements and calculations related to coating thickness or surface area.
- Experience with industrial painting processes such as coating applications or construction spray painting is advantageous.
- Excellent teamwork skills with the ability to interpret technical drawings or schematics accurately for precise work execution.
This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to grow their skills in the construction painting industry while contributing to projects that make a lasting impact!
Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
