Painter Jobs in North Carolina

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

  • Sylva, NC
  • 12 hours ago
  • Sylva, NC
  • 12 hours ago

Job Description: Transforming homes and businesses in Sylva, North Carolina, Huskey's Paint & Design is the go-to choice for exceptional exterior painting services....

Painter 1

  • Smithfield, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Smithfield, NC
  • 1 day ago

Johnston County Public Schools Job Description Title: Painter I Location: Facility Services Pay Grade: 59 Reports to: Paint Foreman Qualifications: High school diploma or GED preferred with 2 years...

Customer Painter - 2nd Shift

  • Sanford, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Sanford, NC
  • 1 day ago

What you will do: As a Custom Painter, you will prepare and apply powder coat and liquid paint and other coatings to interior and exterior surfaces as needed....

Painter

  • Camp Lejeune, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Camp Lejeune, NC
  • 1 day ago

trade including sand blasting, brushing, rolling and spray painting application techniques....

Painters Needed

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 2 days ago

Beach Boys is looking for experienced painters to join our growing team....

Professional Painter Wanted

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago

Professional Painter Wanted (Charlotte) compensation: 1099 employment type: job title: Residential Painter Are you an Experienced Professional Painter that takes your work seriously and looking for...

Quality Painters night shift work

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 3 days ago

Looking for long term quality painters to join our team for some night shift work. Work weeks are Sunday night through Thursday night. 830pm- 530 am....

Painter

  • Fuquay Varina, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Fuquay Varina, NC
  • 3 days ago

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring an experienced Journeyman Painters for projects located in Fuquay Varina, NC....

Painter

  • Oxford, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Oxford, NC
  • 4 days ago

Fills holes, cracks, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other filler. Removes fixtures, such as switch covers....

Blaster/Painter

  • Pineville, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Pineville, NC
  • 5 days ago

: Onshore/Offshore/International POSITION SUMMARY The Blaster/Painter is responsible for performing labor tasks utilizing blasting equipment in preparing company products for painting/coating and preparing...

Cylinder Painter

  • Dunn, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Dunn, NC
  • 5 days ago

. + Maintain cylinder painting systems and equipment. + Shot blast cylinders. + Present a professional image. + Ensure that the work area is well-maintained and clean. + Complete and maintain all company-required...

Painter Assistant

  • Asheboro, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Asheboro, NC
  • 6 days ago

Proper surface preparation to receive paint/coatings including pressure washing, sanding, scraping, wire brushing, blasting, stripping, surface pitting with mild acids, and caulking....

Painter

  • Asheville, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 6 days ago

Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center (BMNTC) is currently accepting applications for a full-time Painter. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please keep this in mind when completing your application....

Painter

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 7 days ago

Housing Facilities is seeking to fill several positions to serve as temporary Painters to join the Painting crew....

Fabrication Painter - 1st Shift

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 10 days ago

Eaton's ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Fabrication Painter - 1st Shift. Shift Hours: 3:30pm to 12:00am Monday - Friday....

Demographic Data for North Carolina

Moving to North Carolina? Find some basic demographic data about North Carolina below.


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Salary for Painter Jobs in North Carolina

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Painters in North Carolina 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 North Carolina
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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