Painter Jobs in Newark, NJ

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/plaster man

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Construction company specializing in interior renovations is looking for experienced painters/plaster man. Please text....

Male Female interior painter $180

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Male Female interior painter $180 image 1 of 1 compensation: 180 Interior painter - caulking, spackling, plastering, painting nice finishes..etc prep work, floor protection. quick and neat. no mess...

Painter Weill Cornell Medicine

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Education High school diploma or GED Experience Approximately 2 years of experience in painting, plastering and masonry....

Trades Specialist (Painter) EOA # 2025-34

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

May give verbal instruction and/or demonstrate proper painting techniques and the use of painting tools and equipment....

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Painter

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Education High school diploma or GED Experience Approximately 2 years of experience in painting, plastering and masonry....

Trades Specialist (Painter) - EOA # 2025-34

  • Staten Island, NY (8 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (8 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

May give verbal instruction and/or demonstrate proper painting techniques and the use of painting tools and equipment....

Painters Helper

  • Hoboken, NJ (7 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (7 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Painters Helper (Hoboken) compensation: Starts at $125-$150/day, depending on experience. Painters helper needed to help in interior residential and commercial projects. Entry level....

Seeking Small Team of Excellent Commercial Painters

  • Edison, NJ (19 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (19 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Must have experience in commercial painting projects including light drywall repair. Thank you! post id: ... [ ]...

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

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

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Plaster/ Painter

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

painter to start immediately, experience in carpentry and sheetrock is a plus part time and full time position is available Principals only....

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Peel & Stick Wallpaper Installer Needed 1 Wall (Chelsea by MSG)

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Peel & Stick Wallpaper Installer Needed - 1 Wall (Chelsea by MSG) (Chelsea) image 1 of 3 30th street near 7th ave and 8th ave compensation: How much you would charge for this job Looking for...

Commercial Painter / Carpenter

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Minimum 2 years experience in painting or carpentry....

Experienced Construction Painter Wanted (Full-Time)

  • Paterson, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ (12 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

: Construction Painter We are a fast-growing professional painting company looking to add a skilled and reliable construction painter to our team....

Industrial Painter

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Newark, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Industrial Painter Manufacturing Other New York Permanent / Full Time 29/7/2025 Perform a variety of general painting, preparation, spray painting, brush painting and finishing or re-finishing to any...

Demographic Data for Newark, NJ

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Salary for Painter Jobs in Newark, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Painters in Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ
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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