Cabinet Painter Helper

Summary: We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Cabinet Painter Helper to join our finishing team. This is an entry-level position that provides excellent on-the-job training for someone looking to start a career in professional wood finishing and cabinetry. The ideal candidate will assist our lead painters with surface preparation, masking, cleaning, and material handling to ensure high-quality, defect-free finished cabinets.

Responsibilities: 

• Surface Preparation: Sand, scrape, and clean cabinet doors, drawers, and boxes to ensure a smooth, professional finish
• Surface Filling: Fill nail holes, cracks, and joints with putty or filler using caulking guns or putty knives.
• Equipment Maintenance: Clean spray guns, brushes, rollers, and other tools after use to keep them in top working condition.
• Loading/Unloading: Transport, load, and unload cabinet components onto racks or into spray booths.
• Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment (shop or site).
• Support: Assist the lead painter with mixing paints or stains, applying primer, and handling materials.

Qualifications: 

• No experience necessary; willingness to learn and work hard is top priority.
• Basic understanding of, or willingness to learn, hand and power tools (sanders, sprayers).
• Excellent attention to detail and a high standard for quality.
• Strong work ethic and punctual attendance.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Basic math skills for measuring and mixing.

• Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in a dusty or fume-exposed environment (with provided PPE)