Painter Jobs in Durham, NC

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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Lead Painter Wanted

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 23 hours ago

Lead Painter (Path to Management) CPM Painting is growing fast. I need a crew lead painter ready to step up, run jobs, and grow into a production manager role....

Commercial Painter

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Commercial painters needed with at least 5 years experience. Must be reliable and possess a valid drivers license. Solid knowledge of commercial painting techniques, attention to detail....

Steady Work for Skilled Painters

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Steady Work for Skilled Painters Description: We are one of Raleighs trusted residential painting companies, and were looking to build long-term partnerships with skilled painters who want steady work...

Maintenance Tech/Painter

  • Apex, NC (19 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Apex, NC (19 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for an energetic and dynamic Maintenance Tech/Painter to join our integrated facilities management team at a client site to provide general handyman tasks and labor tasks associates with...

Commercial Painter/Sheet Rock Finisher

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 6 days ago

-Have reliable transportation. - Experience with painting commercial properties -Ability to work in a timely and efficient manner....

Painter - Facilities

  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 11 days ago

Facilities Operations - Painter This position is primarily responsible for performing interior and exterior painting, varnishing, and staining for Carolina Meadows....

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

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 12 days ago

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Seeking painter for exterior trim ASAP

  • Durham, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 13 days ago

Must be an experienced painter! Paint is supplied and all areas are covered (possible to work in the rain as it's under soffit). Mostly touching up from blue wall overspray....

Plant Painter

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 23 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 23 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Plant Painter Drills, sandblaster, paint spray gun and other power tools as required....

Maintenance Tech/Painter

  • Durham, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 30+ days ago

We are looking for an energetic and dynamic Maintenance Tech/Painter to join our integrated facilities management team at a client site to provide general handyman tasks and labor tasks associates with...

Painter/Life Safety Inspector

  • Hillsborough, NC (10 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hillsborough, NC (10 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

The Orange County Asset Management Services Department has an opening for a Painter/Life Safety Inspector....

Painter

  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Nature and Scope: We are looking for a skilled painter to paint the interior and exterior of structures, buildings and other surfaces....

Demographic Data for Durham, NC

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Salary for Painter Jobs in Durham, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Painters in Durham, NC 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 Durham, NC
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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