Painter Jobs in Louisiana

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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Store Paint Specialist

New Orleans, LA
4 hours ago

New Orleans, LA
4 hours ago

Job Description NAPA Auto Parts is seeking an enthusiastic and hard-working Paint Specialist to join our rapidly growing team of Auto Parts professionals. This is the ideal position for...

Painter Maintenance

Rayne, LA
1 day ago

Rayne, LA
1 day ago

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Making general repairs Repair & paint sheet rock Replacing light switches/face plates Replacing filters on air conditioning/heating units Changing light bulbs Painting...

Industrial Painter

Bossier City, LA
3 days ago

Bossier City, LA
3 days ago

The painter/blaster is also responsible for understanding and complying with safety and environmental regulations and policies as they pertain to the painting & blasting procedures....

Rope Access Level I Painter NCCER

Baton Rouge, LA
4 days ago

Baton Rouge, LA
4 days ago

Responsibilities Have a comprehensive knowledge Painting/Blasting Assist other technicians as required Perform specific job functions as they relate to work orders Ensure operational safety of all equipment...

Amazing House Painters Needed

Covington, LA
6 days ago

Covington, LA
6 days ago

Detail-oriented painters who care about quality. --- Apply Today-Email Only....

Painter, Facilities (Caesars New Orleans)

New Orleans, LA
10 days ago

New Orleans, LA
10 days ago

Minimum three years experience working as a Journeyman Painter. Must possess a valid Louisiana Drivers License....

Painter / Blaster

Iberville, LA
10 days ago

Iberville, LA
10 days ago

Train and mentor less experienced Painter/Blaster II staff, providing guidance on techniques and safety practices....

Painter - OLOL Main Campus

Baton Rouge, LA
10 days ago

Baton Rouge, LA
10 days ago

The Painter applies paint, varnishes, and stains to interior and/or exterior surfaces....

Journeyman Painters Needed

Shreveport, LA
11 days ago

Shreveport, LA
11 days ago

JOURNEYMAN PAINTERS NEEDED (Shreveport, LA) compensation: Will discuss in interview employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Journeyman Painter Journeyman painters needed....

Rope Access Painter NCCER

Baton Rouge, LA
14 days ago

Baton Rouge, LA
14 days ago

Shop/Yard Blaster/Painter

Amelia, LA
15 days ago

Amelia, LA
15 days ago

Blaster/Painters Experience: 2+ years as a Blaster/Painter REQUIRED About Allison Integrated Support Solutions for the Gulf of Mexico Allison aggressively provides innovative, integrated, land and marine...

Blaster / Painter Helper with US Coatings

Morgan City, LA
15 days ago

Morgan City, LA
15 days ago

**Job Summary:** US Coatings is currently seeking a **Marine Coatings** **Blaster/Painter Helper**....

Painter, Maintenance Public Builidings

Alexandria, LA
15 days ago

Alexandria, LA
15 days ago

Erects and removes scaffolding for use in painting higher areas....

Painter

Shreveport, LA
15 days ago

Shreveport, LA
15 days ago

**Job Scope:** + Roll, Brush, Spray Paint + Residential & Commercial Interior & Exterior Painting + Some Industrial Painting **Requirements:** + Basic Tools for the Trade & Painters Whites + Proper...

Blaster/Painter Guyana

Youngsville, LA
15 days ago

Youngsville, LA
15 days ago

Careers Blaster/Painter - Guyana Blaster/Painter - Guyana Guyana Guyana, Onshore And Offshore Share Listing: Apply Now Job Title: Blaster/Painter - Guyana Location: Guyana, Onshore and Offshore Schedule...

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Demographic Data for Louisiana

Moving to Louisiana? Find some basic demographic data about Louisiana below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Louisiana

Local

National

Total Population

4,657,278

Number of Businesses

106,764

Painter Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Drawing For Painters

Drawing for Painters covers the skills that every painter needs. This course addresses the common problems artists encounter. Your instructor, Desiree Holmes Scherini, is an artist and arts...

Learning Corel Painter X3 - Be Creative With Painter

This Corel Painter X3 training course from Infinite Skills teaches you the fundamental tools and techniques that are available to you in this widely used pixel-based painting program. This course...

Substance Painter

Hello friends, welcome to the substance painter training, in this training we will do operations related to better rendering such as 3d mapping silhouette and clothing hair coloring rendering...

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Salary for Painter Jobs in Louisiana

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 Louisiana 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

0.4%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Painters in Louisiana

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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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