Painter Jobs in Indiana

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

  • West Lafayette, IN
  • 14 hours ago
  • West Lafayette, IN
  • 14 hours ago

Req Id: 37648 Job Title: Painter City: West Lafayette Job Description: Job Summary As a Painter for the Operations and Maintenance Department, you will: Serve as Painter for assigned area....

INDUSTRIAL PAINTER 2nd Shift

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago

Maintains and troubleshoots painting equipment by disassembling and assembling equipment, cleaning components, replacing defective parts, and checking final operation....

Experienced Painter, Painters Needed (Zionsville)

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago

Experienced Painter, Painters Needed (Zionsville) (Zionsville) David Hazen Group, LLC image 1 of 1 compensation: $18 to $28 per hour employment type: job title: Residential Painting....

High End Custom Interior Painter Needed

  • Carmel, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Carmel, IN
  • 3 days ago

High End Custom Interior Painter Needed (Northside Indianapolis) compensation: negotiable employment type: experience level: senior level job title: High End Custom Interior Painter - Must have at least...

Lead Painter

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 3 days ago

Clean painting equipment after use. Essential Skills Experience with spray guns and paint booths. Strong leadership skills. Proficiency in industrial painting and paint preparation....

Experienced Painter, Painters Needed

  • Zionsville, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Zionsville, IN
  • 5 days ago

Experienced Painter, Painters Needed (Zionsville) image 1 of 1 compensation: $18 to $28 per hour Residential Painting. Must be willing to work off ladders and scaffolding as needed....

Painter

  • Columbia City, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia City, IN
  • 7 days ago

contribution after 30 days + company match on first 3% Weekly Accrued PTO Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Company Paid Life Insurance Job Summary: Paint team members are responsible for painting...

LEER - Base Painter Automotive

  • Elkhart, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Elkhart, IN
  • 7 days ago

leer.com COMPANY BACKGROUND: LEER GROUP, LLC is North America's largest manufacturer and supplier of fiberglass and aluminum truck caps and tonneaus for residential and commercial applications....

LEER - Clear Coat Automotive Painter

  • Elkhart, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Elkhart, IN
  • 7 days ago

About LEER Group, LLC. COMPANY BACKGROUND: LEER GROUP, LLC is North America's largest manufacturer and supplier of fiberglass and aluminum truck caps and tonneaus for residential and commercial...

Third Shift Powdercoat Painter

  • Markle, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Markle, IN
  • 8 days ago

contribution after 30 days + company match on first 3% Weekly Accrued PTO Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Company Paid Life Insurance Job Summary: Paint team members are responsible for painting...

Painter 3rd Shift

  • Greenfield, IN
  • 11 days ago
  • Greenfield, IN
  • 11 days ago

A Painter for Bastian Solutions will be responsible for general painting of material handling equipment projects....

Industrial Painter for Aluminum/Metal Finishing Company

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 12 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 12 days ago

Duties and Responsibilities: We're looking for a motivated and energetic individual to join our Finishing team as a Industrial Painter....

Residential Painter Experienced

  • Franklin, IN
  • 12 days ago
  • Franklin, IN
  • 12 days ago

for painter with experience in high end residential brush and roll painting....

Warehouse Track Assembler & Painter

  • Hobart, IN
  • 15 days ago
  • Hobart, IN
  • 15 days ago

This role combines mechanical assembly and industrial painting in a warehouse environment. Must be forklift-certified and have warehouse experience....

Structural Powder Coat Painter Blaster - 1st Shift

  • Hobart, IN
  • 18 days ago
  • Hobart, IN
  • 18 days ago

Responsibilities Position Summary: The Powder Coat Painter/Blaster applies powder coat paint to products using a manual spray gun and automated coating system, maintaining required paint thickness and...

Demographic Data for Indiana

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Salary for Painter Jobs in Indiana

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Painters in Indiana 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 Indiana
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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