Painter Jobs in California

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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Journeyman Body Shop Technician / Painter

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 28 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 28 days ago

of parts, installs on new trucks, and other minor repairs as assigned as well as all facets of the painting process including finish matching, painting, mixing, tinting and blending....

Commercial Painters - Apply @ Www.Burdickpainting.Com

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 3 hours ago

REQUERIMIENTOS: -Licencia de conducir valida -Comprobante de seguro del vehiculo -Transporte confiable Envie su Solicitud hoy en Burdick Painting has immediate opening for experience commercial painters...

Hiring Painters (Necesitamos)- PW Opportunity

  • Covina, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Covina, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Positions Available: Painters helpers, Lead painters, Foreman Must have own transportation, hand tools and be bilingual....

Painters

  • Big Creek, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Big Creek, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Must have painters hand tools, scrappers, hand masker, drill etc. etc....

Shipyard Painter/Maintenance

  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 hours ago

. + Safely use the tools and equipment common to the construction and industrial painting trades + Exercise independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines + Must be able to lift 50...

Painter III (Correctional Facility)

  • San Quentin, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • San Quentin, CA
  • 16 hours ago

Lays out, directs, and assists with the work of scraping, painting, and finishing wood and metal surfaces; instructs and works with Painter II's and incarcerated painters in applying undercoats and...

Lead Painter

  • Riverside, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 21 hours ago

including, but not limited to, washing, dewaxing, patching, plastering, caulking, taping, glazing, repairing, sanding and scraping; removes wall hangings, screws, wall anchors; repairs surfaces, removes...

Lead Painter

  • Riverside, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 1 day ago

Reporting to the Skilled Crafts Trades Supervisor in Facilities Services Maintenance department, the Lead Painter performs journey-level work related to preparing and painting walls, ceilings, floors...

Exterior painter

  • Fresno, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 1 day ago

Minimum 5 years experience as a painter. All work is local! Must have own tools, insured vehicle and valid drivers license. Send me your resume or statement of experience....

House painter

  • Carmel by the Sea, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Carmel by the Sea, CA
  • 2 days ago

un House painter (carmel) compensation: Depends on experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: advance apprentice or painter Looking for house painters with at least 3 years of...

Painter for stucco

  • Rancho Santa Fe, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Rancho Santa Fe, CA
  • 2 days ago

un Painter for stucco image 1 of 3 compensation: cash at job completion per your bid Painter wanted for stucco....

Exterior House Painter Needed

  • Orange, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 2 days ago

Exterior House Painter Needed (Orange) image 1 of 1 compensation: $3,000 I'm looking for a reliable, experienced painter for a two-story, 1,877 sq ft home located in Orange....

Easy Concrete Floor And Wood Patio Paint Job -- Need Painter

  • Skyforest, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Skyforest, CA
  • 2 days ago

We have two areas that need painting: 1) Floor in a small garage area of 127 square feet that is concrete. It needs a primer and then two coats of cement paint....

Painter Helper

  • Newport Coast, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport Coast, CA
  • 2 days ago

Painter Helper Job Description Join a vibrant team in a large metal finishing facility in Costa Mesa, CA. We are seeking a dedicated Painter Helper for the first shift, working from 6am to 2:30pm....

Painter Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

  • Berkeley, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA
  • 2 days ago

What is Required: Journey level experience in commercial/industrial painting. Must have a valid California Driver's license....

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Painter Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Painter positions.



Highest Education Level

Painters in California offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.9%
Bachelor's Degree
13.2%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Some College
3.4%
Master's Degree
3.1%
Some High School
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Painters in California
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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