Painter Jobs in New York, NY

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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Experienced Painter

  • Essex Fells, NJ (15 miles from New York, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Essex Fells, NJ (15 miles from New York, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

CertaPro Painters is seeking an Experienced Painter to join our team and start painting immediately. We offer a busy schedule with on-time pay and treat our painters like family....

Painters and Tapers Wanted

  • New York, NY
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 17 hours ago

Wallpaper hanging also is a skill we are looking for....

Description Maintenance Painter-Mount Sinai Morningside Prepare, paint, and maintain internal and external surfaces throughout the building....

Painter - Part Time & 2nd Shift

  • New York City, NY (2 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York City, NY (2 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Position Description: A commercial painter participates in both interior and exterior projects and is responsible for providing industrial spray painting on multiple surfaces, priming and coating, power...

NH - Painter A

  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Perform duties such as commercial painting, spackling, taping, wall paper hanging, vinyl covering and matching colors. Responsibilities Act as a member of the Fire Brigade....

Hiring Wood Finisher / Painter Brooklyn

  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 7 days ago

This is not wall painting or plastering we need fine finishers! Full-time | Competitive pay | Projects across NYC, but most projects are in Brooklyn email with experience + photos of your work....

Painter for exterior Job whit Van o truck

  • Union City, NJ (2 miles from New York, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Union City, NJ (2 miles from New York, NY)
  • 8 days ago

un Painter for exterior Job whit Van o truck (Union city) New York Avenue compensation: Yes I need a exterior painter whit van and ladder post id: ... [ ]...

Per Diem Painter (Night)

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

/or hang wallpaper....

Seeking Experienced House Painter

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

Seeking Experienced House Painter (Newark, NJ) compensation: Based on your quoted estimate. I'm looking for someone to paint my 2-story house in Newark, NJ....

PAINTERS / SUBCONTRACTORS NEEDED - Residential Painting Jobs

  • New York, NY
  • 16 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 16 days ago

mid level job title: Residential Painting Subcontractor / Painter WHO WE ARE We are a fast-growing, women-owned interior residential painting company based in New York City (Brooklyn)....

Maintenance Assistant-Painter

  • East Meadow, NY (23 miles from New York, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • East Meadow, NY (23 miles from New York, NY)
  • 18 days ago

Maintenance Assistant-Painter Job Category: Maintenance Requisition Number: MAINT001674 Posting Details Posted: April 10, 2025 Full-Time On-site Rate: $21 USD per hour Locations Showing 1 location East...

Experienced Residential Painters

  • Roslyn Heights, NY (18 miles from New York, NY)
  • 21 days ago
  • Roslyn Heights, NY (18 miles from New York, NY)
  • 21 days ago

un experienced residential painters (nassau county) Advantage Painting & Restoration Corp compensation: based on technical level of experienced employment type: experience level: mid level job title...

Maintenance Tech/Painter

  • New York, NY
  • 22 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 22 days ago

Performs routine and specific wallpaper & painting work and repairs Identifies & repairs holes in walls and corner guards repairs/replacements Repairs desks, millwork, chairs, furniture and doors including...

Painter

  • Jersey City, NJ (4 miles from New York, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (4 miles from New York, NY)
  • 26 days ago

What You'll Be Doing Responsible for preparation and painting of all areas of the organization. Capable of providing any type of wall finish required including vinyl,cloth,wallpaper, etc....

Seasonal Summer Painter

  • Harrison, NY (21 miles from New York, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • Harrison, NY (21 miles from New York, NY)
  • 28 days ago

Seasonal Summer Painter Job Title: Seasonal Summer Painter Department: Facilities Reports to: Assistant Director of Facilities Effective Date: 3/28/2025 Number of Hires: 6 Number of People Supported...

Demographic Data for New York, NY

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Salary for Painter Jobs in New York, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Painters in New York, NY 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 New York, NY
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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