Painter Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

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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Residential/Commercial painter

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • moments ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • moments ago

Seeking experienced painters with a minimum of 5 years painting experience....

Industrial Painter

  • McKeesport, PA (5 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • McKeesport, PA (5 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 4 hours ago

Responsibilities Perform industrial painting using an HVLP spray gun on railings and beams. Maintain the entire shop, ensuring it is clean and organized....

Residential Painters Needed / Weekly Pay/ Start Now

  • Verona, PA (9 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Verona, PA (9 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Caridi Painting & Finishing, Inc. is looking for an experienced painter for residential interior & exterior work. We service projects located within a one hour radius of Pittsburgh....

Painter / carpentry

  • North Versailles, PA (4 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • North Versailles, PA (4 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 6 days ago

un Painter / carpentry (Pittsburgh) compensation: Cash I am a contractor here in the Pittsburgh area and need of painter / Carpenter must have some experience and not afraid of heights have your own...

Residential/Commercial Painter Wanted

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 7 days ago

Long Standing Painting Contractor seeking Experienced Commercial Painters -High End Residential Interior & Exterior -Commercial Interior & Exterior -Competitive Weekly Pay -Health Insurance after 90...

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

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 12 days ago

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Residential Painters

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 12 days ago

Residential Painters compensation: $20-$30 an hour based on experience employment type: job title: Residential Painters We are currently looking to hire experienced residential painters to add to our...

Painter - Technicians

  • Greensburg, PA (19 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greensburg, PA (19 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

surfaces for protection and decoration by patching, texturing, priming, sanding and / or caulking Prepares surfaces to be painted Fills holes in surfaces such as nail holes, cracks, and joints with...

Painter

  • Moon Township, PA (18 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Moon Township, PA (18 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Handyman Connection is seeking a skilled Painter for our Moon Township location, but servicing all of Allegheny and Beaver Counties....

Painter

  • McMurray, PA (15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • McMurray, PA (15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

POSITION OVERVIEW Responsibilities include: Paint, stain & varnish using brushes/rollers Cleaning, sanding, sandblasts, scraping, brushing to prepare for painting....

Painter

  • United, PA (23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • United, PA (23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Mask, unmask, or adjust masking as necessary to ensure specifications are met. Sand, wash, and condition parts as necessary. Light bodywork may be required....

Demographic Data for Pittsburgh, PA

Moving to Pittsburgh, PA? Find some basic demographic data about Pittsburgh, PA below.


Local
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Salary for Painter Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Painters in Pittsburgh, PA 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 Pittsburgh, PA
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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