Painter Jobs in Worcester, MA

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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Mid-Level Auto Painter

  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Auto painting Construction painting English Mid-level Driver's License Under 1 year Full Job Description We're looking for Auto Painters with a minimum of 3 years of professional automotive painting...

Painter-1

  • Hopkinton, MA (14 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hopkinton, MA (14 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 6 days ago

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE High School diploma required. 5 years in a commercial painting position that includes, not limited to, painting, power washing, light carpentry and other imaging skills....

Professional Painter

  • Worcester, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 6 days ago

Professional Painter compensation: $22.00 per hour DOE employment type: job title: Painter Must have reliable transportation, at least 5 years experience in residential and commercial painting....

Experienced painter

  • Leominster, MA (18 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Leominster, MA (18 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 11 days ago

un Experienced painter (Leominster) compensation: $ 22 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Painter Painting contractor looking for experienced painter....

Experienced painter needed Ayer Ma Area

  • Ayer, MA (23 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Ayer, MA (23 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Experienced painter needed!!...

Summer Painter (03 Student) 4 Positions

  • Worcester, MA
  • 19 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 19 days ago

In preparation for painting, makes minor repairs in plaster, sheetrock, metal, wood and masonry surfaces by filling with materials, such as putty, caulks, fiberglass, resin and epoxy....

Flooring and painter

  • Warren, MA (20 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Warren, MA (20 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 21 days ago

expirence in painting if so please leave name and number or I will not respond. post id: ... [ ]...

Floor Coating Installer/Painter

  • Rutland, MA (11 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Rutland, MA (11 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 22 days ago

As a Coating Installer and Painter, you will be responsible for the installation of coatings to floors and surfaces as well as interior painting and storage installation....

Floating Painter- Marlborough & Mansfield

  • Marlborough, MA (14 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (14 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Painter is responsible for painting the interior and exterior areas of the property....

General Maintenance Painter

  • Dudley, MA (15 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dudley, MA (15 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Reports To: Associate Director, Physical Plant, Department of Facilities Management Job Summary Perform journeymen level painting work including but not limited to: drywall taping, plastering and finishing...

Painter / Carpentry Technician

  • Hopkinton, MA (14 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hopkinton, MA (14 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE High School diploma required. 5 years in a commercial painting position that includes, not limited to, painting, power washing, light carpentry and other imaging skills....

Demographic Data for Worcester, MA

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Salary for Painter Jobs in Worcester, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Painters in Worcester, MA 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 Worcester, MA
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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