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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Painter

  • Ruston, LA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Ruston, LA
  • 16 hours ago

Cleans surfaces to be painted by use of sandpaper, burners, scrapers, brushes, dipvats, sanding machines, sandblasters, and dusters....

Painter - St. Gabriel, LA

  • Saint Gabriel, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Gabriel, LA
  • 1 day ago

Keywords: laborer, painter...

Painter Master

  • Thibodaux, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Thibodaux, LA
  • 1 day ago

Position Information Position Title Painter Master Position Number 028911 Salary Range $43,784.00 - $78,790.00 Hires at Minimum Position Type Classified Staff Department Information Ending Effective...

Paint Specialist

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day 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....

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

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

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Automotive Painter II

  • Holden, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Holden, LA
  • 4 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs preparation work prior to painting, such as repairing surface defects sanding and cleaning....

Bat Painter

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago

Experience: Industrial painting experience preferred but not required....

Automotive Painter I

  • Holden, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Holden, LA
  • 5 days ago

What a day in the life of a Painter at REV looks like: Clean parts with wax and grease remover and inspect prior to painting Prep product for final paint Mix coatings with reducer and catalyst at correct...

General Mechanic/Painter - Jeff Highway

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 7 days ago

refrigeration, welding, plumbing or machine work Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Must be familiar with a wide range of skilled crafts including, but not limited to, plumbing, electrical, HVAC-R and carpentry...

Painter 1

  • Luling, LA
  • 9 days ago
  • Luling, LA
  • 9 days ago

Experience working with scaffolding, insulation, and painting....

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

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 11 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 11 days ago

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Painters needed

  • Denham Springs, LA
  • 11 days ago
  • Denham Springs, LA
  • 11 days ago

Painters needed Range Ave compensation: Hourly pay employment type: job title: Painter Experienced painters needed for residential/ commercial. Must be dependable & have own transportation....

Painter - Fabrication

  • Monroe, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 12 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!...

Painter

  • Natchitoches, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • Natchitoches, LA
  • 15 days ago

The painter will work under the supervision of the Maintenance Foreman. Two years of experience or training in the painting trade....

Painters & Blasters - Destrehan, LA

  • Kenner, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Kenner, LA
  • 19 days ago

Bo-Mac Contractors, Ltd. in the Destrehan, LA area is offering challenging and exciting career opportunities for Painters & Blasters....

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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

Local
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4,657,278
106,764

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Salary for Painter Jobs in Louisiana

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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
45.1%
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 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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