Painter Jobs

Painter jobs are open across residential construction, commercial property, industrial facilities, and specialty contractors, from entry-level helper to lead painter and foreman, with specializations in interior, exterior, and industrial coatings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles361+
Top stateTexas
Top employerGulfstream Aerospace
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Building Maintenance Painter (Temporary/ Full-Time)
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Building Maintenance Painter (Temporary/ Full-Time)
FirstService Residential
Delray Beach, Florida
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$18 - $20/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Building Maintenance Painter (Temporary/ Full-Time)
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Building Maintenance Painter (Temporary/ Full-Time)
FirstService Residential
Palm Beach, Florida
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$18 - $20/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Industrial Painter
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Industrial Painter
Panelmatic Inc.
Houston, Texas
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Industrial Painter – Structural Steel - 1st Shift
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Industrial Painter – Structural Steel - 1st Shift
Owen Industries
Carter Lake, Iowa
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$21 - $24/hr
Military encouraged

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Industrial Painter
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Industrial Painter
Pro Mechanical Services Co LLC
Massillon, Ohio
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$24 - $27/hr
201-500

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Painter Job Market

Who's Hiring

Gulfstream Aerospace9 open roles
CARVANA5 open roles
Lockheed Martin3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Science & Research
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in painter jobs.

  • Two or more years of residential or commercial painting experience
  • Proficiency with brush, roller, and spray application equipment
  • Ability to prepare surfaces including sanding, patching, and priming
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to job sites
  • OSHA 10 safety certification or willingness to obtain it
  • Physical ability to stand, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds

Tips for Your Painter Job Search

List every coating system you know

Your resume should name specific paint systems, primers, and finishes you've applied, such as epoxy, lacquer, or elastomeric coatings. Employers skim for these terms fast, and a vague 'painting experience' line won't get you past an initial review.

Show prep work in your experience

Many painter postings screen for surface preparation skills, not just application. Call out specific prep tasks like sanding, patching drywall, caulking, and pressure washing in your work history so hiring managers see you as a full-service candidate.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists painter openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by project type

Residential, commercial, and industrial painter roles require different skills and tools. When you search for openings, target the project type you have the most hours in so your experience lines up with what the employer actually needs on day one.

Bring photos of finished work to interviews

A short photo portfolio on your phone showing clean cut-ins, smooth finish coats, and complex jobs like murals or faux finishes tells an interviewer more than any bullet point. Offer to scroll through it when they ask about your experience.

Negotiate pay around your certifications

If you hold an OSHA 10 or 30 card, an Elevated Work Platform certification, or an IUPAT apprenticeship credential, name them when pay comes up. Employers factor safety credentials into rates and are often willing to move off the starting offer for verified credentials.

Painter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most painters?

Gulfstream Aerospace, CARVANA, and Lockheed Martin are hiring the most painters right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Florida, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Checking back regularly is worthwhile because painting roles fill quickly when construction activity picks up.

How many painter jobs are remote?

About 0% of painter openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most painting work requires physical presence on job sites. The sub-areas most likely to offer any remote component are estimating, project coordination, and color consulting roles within larger painting contractors.

How do you become a painter?

Start by getting hands-on experience through a formal apprenticeship with a union like IUPAT or by working as a helper with an established painting contractor. Build familiarity with surface preparation, paint systems, and spray equipment on real jobs. Earning an OSHA safety card and a driver's license strengthens your candidacy for most employer-sponsored positions.

How do you get hired as a painter with little or no experience?

Apply for painter helper or laborer roles that focus on prep work like sanding, masking, and cleanup, since contractors regularly hire assistants and train them on application techniques. Demonstrating physical reliability, showing up on time, and asking to shadow journeyman painters on complex finishes can move you into a full painter role faster than any credential alone.

What does the painter interview process look like?

Most painter interviews start with a short phone or in-person screening where the supervisor asks about the types of surfaces and coatings you've worked with. A practical skills check or a walkthrough of a current job site often follows, where you may be asked to identify prep issues or demonstrate masking technique. References from past contractors or foremen carry significant weight at the final stage.

Where can I find and apply to painter jobs?

You can find and apply to painter jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and project type, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.

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