Painter Jobs in Washington

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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Journeyman Body Shop Painter - Swing Shift

  • Federal Way, WA
  • 19 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA
  • 19 days ago

WHAT YOULL DO: As a Journeyman Body Shop Painter, you will perform body work on medium and heavy-duty class 6- 8 trucks, including performing pre/post repair washes, as well as all facets of the painting...

Painter / Blaster - NACE 2 - Offshore

  • WA
  • 2 days ago
  • WA
  • 2 days ago

About the role Altrad is inviting applications from Oil & Gas Trade Qualified Painters/Blasters possessing a NACE Level 2 certification to join our core team on the Wheatstone Platform....

Experienced Painter Wanted

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 2 days ago

Journeyman painter, Trim painting, Prep, Caulking, masking skills Etc; No Handy man experience required but could be helpful. MECHANICAL APTITUDE AND COMMON SENSE A PLUS!...

Painter B&R

  • Bremerton, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bremerton, WA
  • 2 days ago

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

Journeyman Painter Needed

  • Snohomish, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Snohomish, WA
  • 3 days ago

Masking, sanding and caulking. Level 5 drywall painting, spray millwork packages.!! Full time, start as soon as possible. We are a fun crew to work with:) Pay D.O.E!!!...

Painter Blaster - Travelers Accepted

  • Bremerton, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Bremerton, WA
  • 5 days ago

Painter Blaster Pay: $32/hr and $178 per diem(for travelers) Job Description We are seeking skilled and certified Painter/Blasters with C7 and C12 or C7 and C14 certifications to join our team for a...

Painters (interior/exterior)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago

Residential painting company hiring painters with all levels of experience for interior and exterior painting....

Painter

  • Burlington, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Burlington, WA
  • 6 days ago

Painter needed.. we have a position open for an experienced painter. Must have a great work ethic.. we do all aspects of painting. Residential, commercial, and industrial. Non smoking company....

Hiring Hotel Painter And Shop Organizer

  • Oak Harbor, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Oak Harbor, WA
  • 6 days ago

Need skilled painter to prep, paint and clean up on a cycle of EXTERIOR and INTERIOR painting projects....

Yacht Painter (Port Angeles)

  • Port Angeles, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Port Angeles, WA
  • 6 days ago

Looking for experienced yacht painter. Must have 3 to 5 years in the yacht painting industry. Prep, priming, fairing & fiberglass & topcoat....

Facilites Painter

  • Sedro Woolley, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Sedro Woolley, WA
  • 6 days ago

required for painting tasks Mix and apply primers, paints, and other coatings to ensure proper coverage and finish Mask areas that should not be painted Ensure the proper application of coatings, including...

Experienced Professional Painter $35$38/hr + Benefits

  • Seattle, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 7 days ago

IF YOU DO NOT SEND A RESUME, YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. painter, painting job, residential painter, construction, skilled trades, interior painting, exterior painting, journeyman painter, Seattle painter...

Fabrication Painter

  • Everett, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 9 days ago

What you will do: Our Fabrication Painter reads engineering drawings proficiently and checks parts for conformance to specification....

Painter Blaster - Pay $32/hr & $178/hr

  • Bremerton, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Bremerton, WA
  • 9 days ago

Painter Blaster** **Pay: $32/hr and $178 per diem** **Job Description** We are seeking skilled and certified Painter/Blasters with C7 and C12 or C7 and C14 certifications to join our team for a project...

Autobody Painter - Perfect Reflections Auto Body

  • Shelton, WA
  • 11 days ago
  • Shelton, WA
  • 11 days ago

Now Hiring for Journeyman level painter....

Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Painter Jobs in Washington

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Painters in Washington 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 Washington
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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