Painter Jobs in Florida

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 Painters

  • Tampa, FL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 7 hours ago

Painter - Commercial We are a fast growing commercial painting company in the Tampa Bay area! Hillsborough and Pinellas counties....

Commercial Painter

  • Tampa, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 8 hours ago

Must own personal painting supplies and painters whites. Strong knowledge of paint mixing techniques and use of standard painting equipment....

Painter I

  • Ocala, FL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 12 hours ago

May prepare any preparation operations as required such as masking and hanging parts onto holding devices. Obtain specified paint or other coating material and appropriate spray gun....

Container Repair Tech / Painter

  • Orlando, FL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 12 hours ago

to container repair Essential Skills Experience in painting General labor skills Carpentry skills Caulking expertise Installation experience Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $16.00...

Hiring Painters

  • Tampa, FL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 13 hours ago

un Hiring Painters (Hillsboro) compensation: Cash employment type: job title: Commercial and Residential Paintung Hiring PaintersMust have own transportation. Start working today, ......

Painter Engineer I Overnight

  • Lake Buena Vista, FL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Lake Buena Vista, FL
  • 14 hours ago

Perform all surface preparation, painting, minor drywall and wood trim repair, light bulb and A/C filter replacement and the complete and thorough cleanup of the painting or repair area....

Painter Teams Needed Residential Repaints, Steady Work

  • Palm Coast, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Palm Coast, FL
  • 1 day ago

Were a growing local painting company seeking 2-3 person painting teams** for **long-term partnerships**. We focus on residential repaints, not new construction, and provide 1-3 jobs per week....

Painter

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 1 day ago

Position Title: Painter Overview: Responsible for performing painting, wallpaper and minor repairs in all areas of the community. Reports to the Facilities Manager and Transitions Supervisor....

Painter (Full-Time)

  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago

Compensation Rate: $16.00 What you get to do: Perform all functions of general paint work for in-park painting services while ensuring a safe environment for guests and employees Utilize application...

Reliable Painter Wanted

  • Oneco, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Oneco, FL
  • 2 days ago

Pete to Venice HOW YOU GET PAID Our painters make on average $1250 per week You are paid by the job, not daily or hourly You will be a 1099 subcontractor, no taxes taken out We pay by Zelle When the...

Painter / Shop Hand

  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 days ago

Operate equipment to clean, strip, grind and sand to prep for painting. Operate spray equipment or other methods of painting as required....

Residential Painter

  • Bonita Springs, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Bonita Springs, FL
  • 3 days ago

Now Hiring: Experienced Residential Painter Unlimited Potential! Join our established, 25-year residential painting company specializing in high-quality repaints in Southwest Florida!...

Painters , Commercial Wanted

  • Winter Haven, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Winter Haven, FL
  • 4 days ago

Skilled, experienced PAINTERS -Serious inquiries from experienced painters only. -Must have own hand tools and transportation. -Commercial projects interior and exterior. Immediate openings...

PAINTING New home painters hourly

  • Crystal River, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Crystal River, FL
  • 5 days ago

PAINTING New home painters hourly (Crystal River) G.E....

Painters Wanted

  • Melbourne, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL
  • 5 days ago

painters wanted Complete Painting & Waterproofing, Inc compensation: $18.00 per hour employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Painter experienced for exterior repaints. hourly must have...

Demographic Data for Florida

Moving to Florida? Find some basic demographic data about Florida below.


Local
National
21,536,064
615,315

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Salary for Painter Jobs in Florida

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Painter positions.



Highest Education Level

Painters in Florida 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 Florida
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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