Painter Jobs in Arlington, TX

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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Commercial Painter

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Experience with spray guns, sheet rock, caulking, and industrial painting. Ability to read, write, and speak effectively....

Lead Painter / Construction Crew Lead

  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 3 days ago

level: mid level job title: Lead Painter / Construction Crew Lead Now Hiring: Lead Painter / Construction Crew Lead Location: Based in Virginia (Nationwide Travel Required) Job Type: Full-Time About...

Pallet Painter 1st Shift

  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 3 days ago

immediately hiring permanent full-time Skilled Labor, Construction and Paint Professionals to ensure excellent craftsmanship at our manufacturing facility in Fort Worth, TX Warehouse, Manufacturing, Painting...

House Painter

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 7 days ago

house painter compensation: based on your experience I'm a house painter looking for a helper on and off at various times, this is not a full time job....

Aerospace Mil-Spec Painter

  • Arlington, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 9 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare surfaces for painting, including masking, sanding, and cleaning Apply aerospace coatings and finishes according to military specifications (Mil-Spec) Operate and maintain...

Warehouse Pallet Painter

  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Warehouse, Manufacturing, Painting and Construction positions pay Weekly Hourly Pay $16.00 per hour Schedules: First Shift Mon-Thu 4:30am-3:00pm OR Second Shift Tuesday-Friday 4:30pm - 3:00am Apply...

Painter

  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 12 days ago

floors and room furnishings, and covers surfaces such as baseboards, doorframes, and windows with masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting Erects scaffolding or sets up ladders to...

Painter, Sr - RO

  • Red Oak, TX (21 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Red Oak, TX (21 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 14 days ago

Painter, Sr. Position Overview: Perform miscellaneous paint operations proceeding, during and following the spraying of assemblies or airplanes....

Aircraft Painter

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 15 days ago

Essential Skills 3 years of full-body aircraft painting experience, including prepping, stripping, and masking. Proficiency in using spray guns for painting....

Senior Commercial Painter, Journeyman

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 16 days ago

This position works under direct supervision to perform skilled work in painting. Work Location: Zale Lipshy Facility; assist other UTSW locations as needed....

Painter

  • Joshua, TX (18 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • Joshua, TX (18 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 17 days ago

Supervisory Responsibilities: None Equipment Used: Brush, roller, striping machine, taping and masking equipment, spray equipment, sand and water blaster, air compressor, drywall tools and equipment...

Painter F WMS 3W

  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 18 days ago

Painter F duties may include but is not limited to the following: Dry sanding, masking, unmasking, stencil, finish painting, seal and touch up....

Multifamily Painter

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 21 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 21 days ago

Multifamily Painter Tonti Dallas, TX Are you passionate about creating beautiful spaces?...

Warehouse Associate Pallet Painter 1st Shift

  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 22 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (11 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 22 days ago

immediately hiring permanent full-time Skilled Labor, Construction and Paint Professionals to ensure excellent craftsmanship at our manufacturing facility in Fort Worth, TX Warehouse, Manufacturing, Painting...

Painter

  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 25 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (23 miles from Arlington, TX)
  • 25 days ago

WHAT WE'RE DOING We are Grapevine Overhaul & Repair At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company, we are at the forefront of designing and manufacturing advanced helicopters for both commercial and...

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Salary for Painter Jobs in Arlington, TX

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Highest Education Level

Painters in Arlington, TX 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 Arlington, TX
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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