Painter Jobs in Arkansas

A Painter in the construction industry is responsible for enhancing the aesthetic appeal of buildings by applying paint, wallpaper, and other finishes to surfaces. They prepare surfaces by fixing woodwork, filling holes and cracks, and smoothing and sealing surfaces. They mix and match colors and textures and ensure surfaces are not susceptible to moisture by sealing corners and joints. Painters work on a variety of structures ranging from bridges, walls, buildings, and more. They also play a crucial role in conducting minor repair work such as plastering and glazing.

To excel in this role, a Painter must have strong knowledge of different types of paint, their applications, and the techniques for mixing and thinning paint. They must possess superb manual dexterity, eye for details, and a good sense of balance. A certification from a technical school or an apprenticeship provides a solid foundation for this role, as does a thorough understanding of safety guidelines. Prior to becoming a Painter, one might have roles such as Painting Assistant, Maintenance Worker, or Construction Laborer, where they learn the trade before stepping into the role of a Painter.

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Painter (El Dorado, KS) - Austin Industrial - NO PER DIEM

  • El Dorado, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • El Dorado, AR
  • 1 day ago

Painter Blaster Must be able to prepare wood and metal surfaces for painting, and paint equipment, parts, machinery, buildings, and other working areas using a spray gun, brush and rollers....

$500 Bonus $40/hr Handy Mover Cleaner Junk Labor Helper Painter & More

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

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Painter- 2nd Shift- Fabrication

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 2 days ago

Painter Overview: Join our team as a Painter and bring color to our structural steel pieces, coating and painting surfaces with precision and attention to detail!...

Paint Specialist

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 9 days ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 9 days ago

Responsible for building and maintaining relationships with PBE customers to ensure consistent and profitable sales growth. Responsible for color formula lookup and mixing of custom OEM colors....

Paint Specialist

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 10 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 10 days ago

Responsible for building and maintaining relationships with PBE customers to ensure consistent and profitable sales growth. Responsible for color formula lookup and mixing of custom OEM colors....

Aircraft Painter (Arkansas)

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 11 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 11 days ago

Responsibilities: Prepare aircraft surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and masking primer, paint, and coatings using spray guns and brushes Ensure paint applications meet quality standards for smoothness...

Painter I - 3rd Shift

  • Texarkana, AR
  • 12 days ago
  • Texarkana, AR
  • 12 days ago

Prepares equipment for painting and blasting restoration, tapes and mask equipment, mixes paint and color matches....

Need skilled laminate floor installers and painter

  • Searcy, AR
  • 26 days ago
  • Searcy, AR
  • 26 days ago

un Need skilled laminate floor installers and painter (Searcy) compensation: 200 a day Need only skilled laborers if you dont have experience dont respond thanks post id: ... updated: [ ]...

Painter I

  • Texarkana, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Texarkana, AR
  • 30+ days ago

Prepares equipment for painting and blasting restoration, tapes and mask equipment, mixes paint and color matches....

Painter

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 30+ days ago

Painter at Catholic Health Initiatives in Little Rock, Arkansas, United States Job Description Responsibilities As our Painter at CHI St....

Painter/Prepper

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 30+ days ago

Demonstrates creative ability to resolve difficult painting situations and application imperfections. Keeps paint shop clean at all times....

Entry Painter

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 30+ days ago

The Painter position is a great opportunity for a resilient, team-minded individual who does not stray away from a challenge....

Painter (Q2-2025)

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 90+ days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 90+ days ago

caulk, putty, plaster or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives Uses high air-pressure sandblasting equipment, chemical application, chipping hammer, power tools and other abrasives to...

Career Painter

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 90+ days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 90+ days ago

Cleans paint lines, paint guns, and performs other cleaning preventative maintenance to ensure that painting apparatus remains in working order....

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Salary for Painter Jobs in Arkansas

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Painters in Arkansas offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.8%
Bachelor's Degree
13.4%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Some College
3.4%
Master's Degree
3.1%
Some High School
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Painters in Arkansas
Less than 1 year
41.2%
10+ years
21.9%
2-4 years
13.0%
1-2 years
12.5%
None
9.6%
4-6 years
1.7%


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