Painter Jobs in Portland, OR

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 Exterior Painter Needed

  • Happy Valley, OR (10 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Happy Valley, OR (10 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 1 hour ago

Experienced Exterior Painter Needed (Happy Valley) image 1 of 1 SE 172nd Ave near SE Sunnyside compensation: $30/hour Experienced exterior painter needed for: -caulking, priming and painting fascia...

Experienced Painters

  • Portland, OR
  • 12 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 12 hours ago

Hiring Experienced painters- interior/exterior Hiring hard working painters willing to work year round for a reputable company. *Are you dependable, reliable, honest?...

Painter Associate 1 - Swing Shift

  • Portland, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 1 day ago

Painter requires (near/far/depth/color) vision to perform painting and sandblasting duties. Painter must access sandblasting/paint booths, shops, vessels, work locations....

Painters needed all skill levels

  • Oregon City, OR (15 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oregon City, OR (15 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 2 days ago

Franklin painting is currently hiring for all skill levels of painting interior exterior residential and commercial painting. Year round full time work....

Experienced painter wanted

  • Portland, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 6 days ago

We are a small Portland based painting company that does residential and commercial painting projects. We're looking to hire an experienced painter....

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

  • Portland, OR
  • 12 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 12 days ago

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

  • Portland, OR
  • 12 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 12 days ago

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Painters needed

  • Beaverton, OR (5 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 12 days ago
  • Beaverton, OR (5 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 12 days ago

compensation: $20/DOE Gas Card/ Sick Pay employment type: job title: Painter 4th Generation Painting is a fast-growing residential painting company looking to expand our crew of painters....

Interior Painter Opportunity

  • Portland, OR
  • 12 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 12 days ago

Must have *some* experience, and basic painting equipment. Please call our office at ... between Tuesday and Thursday, from 9:00a to 5:00p....

Finisher/Painter

  • Portland, OR
  • 21 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 21 days ago

Use pneumatic spray equipment and hand tools to apply finishes Mix stain, lacquer, and paint to achieve custom finishes Perform masking, sanding, blending, and surface prep Lift and handle materials...

Need painter for residential exterior of house

  • Portland, OR
  • 22 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 22 days ago

Need painter for residential exterior of house (Portland) compensation: $35/ hour Painter residential exterior of house is needed. -4 days of work -Pay is in cash $35/hr....

Painter B&R

  • Portland, OR
  • 27 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 27 days ago

Position requires willingness to learn, and the ability to follow directions concerning painting in the marine industry....

Industrial Painter

  • Tigard, OR (6 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 28 days ago
  • Tigard, OR (6 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 28 days ago

painting Experience of paint and zinc-based coatings on steel Must be able to read industrial blueprints Ability to operate all spray equipment used in the plant Ability to read/use Mill Thickness...

Industrial Painter

  • Sherwood, OR (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sherwood, OR (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

painting methods Great Attitude Willingness to Learn Next Steps Please respond with an updated resume!...

Painter Journeyman with Petrochem

  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 60+ days ago

Petrochem is currently seeking: Journeyman Painter Duties and Responsibilities: Painter will apply paints and coatings to a variety of surfaces including: Drywall, concrete and steel....

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Salary for Painter Jobs in Portland, OR

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Highest Education Level

Painters in Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR
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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