Painter Jobs in South Dakota

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 B - 2nd Shift $1k Sign-On Bonus

  • Watertown, SD
  • 17 hours ago
  • Watertown, SD
  • 17 hours ago

Ability to sand and prep bodies for epoxy prime coat. Thin paints to proper viscosity for ease of application and to attain proper coverage....

Industrial Sandblaster/Painter, Weekdays - Night Shift

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago

401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Construction painting Industrial painting High school diploma or GED Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description For over 100 years, Maguire...

Industrial Sandblaster/Painter Foreman, Weekdays - Night Shift

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 7 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 7 days ago

Production: Proficient in the use of all safety, sandblasting, painting and rigging equipment....

Painter

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 11 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 11 days ago

Understanding of safety practices related to painting....

Painter Residential /Commercial

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 11 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 11 days ago

Painter Residential /Commercial (Rapid City) A Triple H Painting inc compensation: DOE employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Painter Painter Wanted - Join Our Growing Painting Business...

Stainer, Painter, Finisher

  • Tea, SD
  • 13 days ago
  • Tea, SD
  • 13 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare surfaces for staining and painting by sanding, filling, and priming as needed Select and mix paints and stains to achieve desired colors and finishes Apply stains, paints...

Commercial Painter Needed

  • Rapid City, SD
  • 17 days ago
  • Rapid City, SD
  • 17 days ago

David & Co., is a Florida based commercial painting contractor. We are currently hiring qualified Commercial Painter in Rapid City, South Dakota....

Industrial Painter- Evening Shift

  • Tea, SD
  • 19 days ago
  • Tea, SD
  • 19 days ago

Strip, sand, mask, and repaint surfaces, blend and polish finish to match surrounding areas, manually or using portable power tools....

Industrial Painter- Weekend Shift

  • Tea, SD
  • 19 days ago
  • Tea, SD
  • 19 days ago

Strip, sand, mask, and repaint surfaces, blend and polish finish to match surrounding areas, manually or using portable power tools....

Industrial Painter (1st shift) - Entry level pay starting at $19.00/hr

  • Mitchell, SD
  • 25 days ago
  • Mitchell, SD
  • 25 days ago

Prepares walls and other surfaces for painting Make on-site preparations such as covering of fixtures and fill cracks and holes with appropriate material Responsible for mixing paints and matching colors...

Field Industrial Painter/Sandblaster - Traveling

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 29 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 29 days ago

Prepare surfaces for painting: pressure washing, sandblasting (light), sand removal from interior of tank. Document and inspect personal safety equipment daily including steel toe work boots....

Automotive Painter

  • Brandon, SD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brandon, SD
  • 30+ days ago

Complete taping and masking for body work and painting. Caulk the exterior and interior areas of the vehicle to prepare for painting. Use body filler and prepare area for painting....

TKY47 Painter I, 2nd Shift

  • Yankton, SD
  • 45+ days ago
  • Yankton, SD
  • 45+ days ago

Carefully prepares trailers for blasting or painting, by masking off key components on the trailer that are not blasted or painted....

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

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 45+ days ago

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Industrial Sandblaster/Painter, Weekdays - Fabrication Shop

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 90+ days ago

The Industrial Blaster/Painter will have basic skills in blasting and painting. Must be able to measure and record blast profiles....

Demographic Data for South Dakota

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Salary for Painter Jobs in South Dakota

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Painters in South Dakota 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 South Dakota
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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