A Painter applies paint to walls of houses or buildings, including interior and exterior walls. Prepares wall surfaces before painting. May specialize in painting industrial structures.
Macon, GA Job Details Full-time | Contract $18 - $30 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Profit sharing Qualifications Facility maintenance painting Maintaining an organized workspace Trim carpentry Safety protocol adherence Drywall Sanding tools Basic math Staining (finishing technique) Plastering Mid-level Ladder use Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Color theory Renovation painting Construction painting surface preparation Estimating construction project budgets Cleaning (surface preparation method) Fixture installation Clean workspace maintenance Working on construction projects Construction workplace safety regulations Technical Proficiency Spray guns (painting, coating and spraying tool) Respirator Caulking Working on construction estimation projects Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Painter to join our dynamic construction and renovation team. In this role, you will be responsible for applying paint, coatings, and finishes to a variety of surfaces across residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Your expertise will help transform spaces, enhance aesthetics, and ensure durable protection for structures. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical skills, safety awareness, and a passion for craftsmanship. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to diverse projects while honing your skills in a fast-paced environment. Duties Prepare surfaces through cleaning, sanding, scraping, and applying primer to ensure optimal paint adhesion. Apply paint, stain, varnish, and other coatings using brushes, rollers, spray guns (including airless and conventional spray equipment), and other hand tools. Perform structural painting tasks on walls, ceilings, trim, stucco, masonry, and other surfaces in residential, commercial, or industrial settings. Conduct surface repairs such as caulking, plastering, drywall finishing, and fixture installation to ensure smooth finishes before painting. Use ladders safely to access high or hard-to-reach areas while adhering to all safety regulations and protocols including respiratory protection. Assist with surface preparation for renovation or restoration projects by sanding, scraping, or removing old coatings as needed. Operate power tools such as hand tools and spray equipment efficiently while maintaining safety standards on construction sites. Support site cleanup and material organization to maintain a safe and productive work environment. Collaborate with team members including carpenters and handyman specialists on remodeling or maintenance projects. Qualifications Proven experience in construction painting or related fields such as renovation or restoration work. Knowledge of construction estimating processes is a plus for understanding project scope and material needs. Familiarity with color theory to achieve desired visual effects accurately. Skilled in residential painting techniques including brush painting and roller application; experience with commercial or industrial coating is desirable. Proficiency with surface preparation methods including caulking, plastering, masonry work, and stucco application. Experience operating spray equipment such as airless paint sprayers and conventional sprayers safely and effectively. Strong understanding of safety regulations related to construction painting including respiratory protection protocols. Ability to use ladders safely for high-access areas; experience with scaffold setup is advantageous. Basic math skills for measuring surfaces and calculating paint quantities; familiarity with carpentry tasks like trim carpentry or fixture installation is helpful. Good physical condition with the ability to stand long periods, lift heavy materials safely, and perform physically demanding tasks on construction sites. Join us if you're eager to bring color to life through expert craftsmanship! We value safety first while fostering a vibrant team environment dedicated to quality work that transforms spaces into lasting works of art.
