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 PAINTER - Must Have 5+ Years of Experience

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 16 hours ago

Ace Top Quality Painting, a local family-owned painting contractor based in Sonoma County, is looking for EXPERIENCED Journeyman Painters....

Skilled Painters Pintores - All Orange County $22-$27 DOE

  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 16 hours ago

Experience: - Exterior Painting | Pintura de Exteriores - Commercial - Residential complex (HOA) Requirements | Requisitos: - Seven (7) years experience | Siete (7) anos de experiencia - Must know how...

Maintenance Painter - Full Time, Days (Hollywood)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Fills cracks, holes, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster or other fillers and then scrapes, sandpapers, primes area prior to painting. Cleans walls to ensure proper adherence....

Industrial Painter

  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Join a dynamic team where you can hone your skills in both industrial painting and finish carpentry....

Painter Prepper

  • Torrance, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Surface preparation practices such as composite filling, corrosion removal, sanding, masking, painting, and polishing of helicopters and helicopter parts....

Journeyman Painter

  • Wheatland, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Wheatland, CA
  • 1 day ago

Roll, Brush, Spray Paint, both Residential & Commercial Interior & Exterior Painting Basic Tools for the Trade & Painters Whites Proper PPE must be worn KBD offers consistent work, top pay, and employment...

Painter - The Cliffs Hotel & Spa

  • Pismo Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pismo Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary: The Painter is responsible for painting and drywall finishing throughout the property, including the hotel rooms, restaurant and public areas assigned by the Chief Engineer....

Journeyman Painter

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Roll, Brush, Spray Paint, both Residential & Commercial Interior & Exterior Painting Basic Tools for the Trade & Painters Whites Proper PPE must be worn KBD offers consistent work, top pay, and employment...

Journeyman Painter

  • Chico, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Chico, CA
  • 1 day ago

Roll, Brush, Spray Paint, both Residential & Commercial Interior & Exterior Painting Basic Tools for the Trade & Painters Whites Proper PPE must be worn KBD offers consistent work, top pay, and employment...

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

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

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Painter wanted

  • Stockton, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 2 days ago

75 lbs Must work well with others,we work in all neighborhoods, Looking for a painter that has been painting for a painting company in the last 4 years Pay between 20.00 and 30.00 per hour depending...

$35/hr Skilled Metal & Fence Painter- Iron, Metal, Wood (San Diego)

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 2 days ago

Job Opportunity: Metal & Fence Painter Tom Sawyer Fence Painting (San Diego) Metal & Fence Painter $35/hr (San Diego) Tom Sawyer Fence Painting is hiring an experienced Metal & Fence Painter for full-time...

We're Hiring - Painter

  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 days ago

The MB Jessee Painting team is hiring professional, skilled, experienced Painters! Commercial, Residential, Interior, Exterior, and more! What Are We Looking For?...

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Salary for Painter Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Painters in California 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 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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