Painter Jobs in New York

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- Starting at $16.50 per hour

  • Darien Center, NY
  • 24 days ago
  • Darien Center, NY
  • 24 days ago

Operates, cleans, and maintains all painting equipment including brushes, rollers and airless sprayers....

Experienced Exterior Painters Needed- Paint Now WNY

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 7 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 7 hours ago

What We Offer: Consistent Exterior Work: We have a steady flow of exterior painting jobs....

ALL Painters

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 21 hours ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 21 hours ago

Anthis Painting is calling for ALL painters with a minimum of two years experience ($17.00-$20.00 to start)....

Painter - New Construction

  • Hamburg, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Hamburg, NY
  • 1 day ago

Established company seeking experienced painters. Ideal candidate has 2-5 years' exp., an eye for detail, & owns painting tools....

Painter Wanted - Minimum 5 Years Experience Needed

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 1 day ago

PAINTER WANTED - MINIMUM 5 YEARS FULL TIME ON THE JOB PAINTING EXPERIENCE WITH PAINTING CONTRACTOR. NOT Looking for the weekend warrior, but a painter looking for extra time, overtime work....

Maintenance, Landscaper, Laborer & Painters Needed

  • Ithaca, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a full-time maintenance worker, Landscaper, Laborer and Painter. Info on our Maintenance position: - Must be able to work Saturdays....

Painter

  • Utica, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Utica, NY
  • 2 days ago

The Painter is responsible to accomplish assigned duties in masonry, carpentry, electrical and painting, perform efficiency tests, general ground and building maintenance, perform preventative maintenance...

PAINTERS and HELPERS NEEDED

  • Selden, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Selden, NY
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for Painters for residential and commercial work. Dependable business for over 35 years! Must have own transportation....

Experienced Painter

  • Ballston Spa, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Ballston Spa, NY
  • 2 days ago

Compensation $25 - $35 must be an experienced painter to receive the compensation rate....

Painter

  • Rochester, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 2 days ago

Exterior - Painting of buildings and building areas, line striping of parking lots with paint sprayer, bollards, and area for safety symbols, etc....

Professional Painters Only

  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago

Odyssey Painting...

Painter

  • Rouses Point, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Rouses Point, NY
  • 3 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Surface preparation to include stripping, scuffing, sanding, masking and priming surfacesApply coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel or lacquer, as appropriate...

Painter - Seeking Hardworking Individuals with Strong Character

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 4 days ago

Keywords: Painter, Painting, Labor, Construction, Hard Worker, Strong Work Ethic, Reliable, Honest, Buffalo, NY, Training Provided...

Experience painter wanted

  • Troy, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Troy, NY
  • 4 days ago

Experience painter wanted (Brunswick ny) compensation: Cash Looking to get 2-3 estimates to paint my kitchen cabinets. Just need a refreshed look. Cash payment. post id: ... [ ]...

Skilled Painters & Helpers Needed Full-Time

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

An established NYC-based contracting firm is seeking experienced and reliable Painters and Helpers for residential and commercial projects....

Demographic Data for New York

Moving to New York? Find some basic demographic data about New York below.


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Salary for Painter Jobs in New York

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 New York 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 New York
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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