Painter Helper

Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated Painter Helper to assist experienced painters on residential, commercial, and industrial painting projects. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the construction and renovation industry, supporting various painting and surface preparation tasks. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, reliable, and capable of working safely in dynamic environments.

Duties

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking areas as needed
• Assist with mixing paints, primers, and other coatings according to project specifications
• Support the application of paint using hand tools and power tools, including airless paint spraying
• Help with surface repairs such as caulking, plastering, and stucco application
• Set up and break down work areas, including scaffolding and ladders
• Assist with fixture installation, trim carpentry, and restoration tasks during renovation projects
• Follow safety protocols on construction sites and maintain a clean work environment
• Read blueprints and schematics to understand project requirements (nice-to-have)
• Support more experienced team members with masonry, concrete finishing, framing, or welding tasks as needed

Skills

• Basic understanding of construction estimating and blueprint reading (preferred)
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and spray equipment such as airless paint sprayers
• Knowledge of color theory, residential painting techniques, and commercial painting practices
• Experience with construction site safety procedures and working at heights
• Ability to perform basic math calculations for measurements and mixing ratios
• Skills in carpentry including trim carpentry, framing, or renovation work (a plus)
• Experience with caulking, plastering, stucco application, restoration work, or masonry is advantageous
• Maintenance Person experience or general maintenance skills are beneficial
• Ability to work effectively on construction sites with diverse tasks such as concrete finishing or industrial painting

This position offers an engaging environment for individuals interested in building a career in the painting or construction industry. Candidates should be dependable team players eager to develop their skills across multiple facets of surface preparation and finishing.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $14.50 - $27.23 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tools provided

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $27