Painter Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Aircraft Painter I

  • Westfield, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Westfield, MA
  • 2 hours ago

Job Description Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: Mask, sand, and prepare aircraft for paint application....

Mid-Level Auto Painter

  • Framingham, MA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 22 hours 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
  • 5 days ago
  • Hopkinton, MA
  • 5 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
  • 5 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 5 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....

8hrs Painter Laborer Needed for $160 Cash Pay - April 23 at 9 AM

  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago

8hrs Painter Laborer Needed for $160 Cash Pay - April 23 at 9 AM (Boston) compensation: $20 per hour Job Details: - Lime wash painting - Assist the technician in pulling the computer low-voltage wire...

Painter I - Westfield State University

  • Westfield, MA
  • 9 days ago
  • Westfield, MA
  • 9 days ago

Oversees the work of summer painters and assists them with painting projects. Follows accepted safety practices for operating equipment used to gain access to areas needing painting....

Painter

  • Canton, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Canton, MA
  • 10 days ago

As a Painter with PeopleReady Skilled Trades, you'll support a large millwork contractor in Canton MA....

Job for Painter General Labor

  • Cheshire, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Cheshire, MA
  • 10 days ago

un Job for Painter General Labor (Cheshire) Blaze Painting and Contracting image 1 of 1 64 Dean Street compensation: 15.00-25.00 per hour employment type: job title: Painter General Prep Need Painter...

Experienced painter

  • Leominster, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Leominster, MA
  • 10 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
  • 12 days ago
  • Ayer, MA
  • 12 days ago

Experienced painter needed!!...

Interior Painters needed asap

  • Haverhill, MA
  • 16 days ago
  • Haverhill, MA
  • 16 days ago

of four painters for the year round work and 95% of it is interior....

Summer Painter (03 Student) 4 Positions

  • Worcester, MA
  • 18 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 18 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 days ago
  • Warren, MA
  • 20 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
  • 21 days ago
  • Rutland, MA
  • 21 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....

Painter - 2nd Shift

  • Westwood, MA
  • 22 days ago
  • Westwood, MA
  • 22 days ago

painting techniques Aptitude in using appropriate tools (brushes, caulking guns etc.)...

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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


Local
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Salary for Painter Jobs in Massachusetts

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 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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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