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Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers

Paint, coat, or decorate articles, such as furniture, glass, plateware, pottery, jewelry, toys, books, or leather.

Salary Breakdown

Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers

Average

$39,610

ANNUAL

$19.04

HOURLY

Entry Level

$27,470

ANNUAL

$13.21

HOURLY

Mid Level

$37,550

ANNUAL

$18.05

HOURLY

Expert Level

$58,180

ANNUAL

$27.97

HOURLY


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Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers

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Projected job openings through 2032


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Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers

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English Language

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Near Vision

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Job Opportunities

Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers

  • Paint & Repair Technician
    ANB Paint & Repair, LLC    Prescott, AZ 86301
     Posted 2 days    

    Job Description:
    ANB Paint & Repair is seeking a skilled Paint & Repair Technician to join our team on a contract basis. This role is ideal for a multi-skilled professional with experience in both painting and general handyman tasks. The technician will work on a variety of residential projects, ensuring high-quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.

    Responsibilities:

    -Perform exterior and interior painting, including surface preparation (sanding, scraping, priming, etc.)
    -Handle minor repairs such as drywall patching, carpentry fixes, caulking, and light fixture installations
    -Use appropriate tools and techniques to ensure a smooth and durable finish on all painted surfaces
    -Maintain job site cleanliness and protect areas not being worked on
    -Assess and troubleshoot repair needs, providing efficient and effective solutions
    -Follow project timelines and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
    -Communicate effectively with clients and team members to ensure project expectations are met
    -Ensure all work complies with safety and company standards
    -Provide excellent customer service for every client

    Requirements:

    -Experience as a painter and/or general repair technician preferred.
    -Knowledge of residential painting techniques, tools, and materials preferred.
    -Experience with minor home repairs (drywall, carpentry, caulking, etc.) preferred.
    -Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work
    -Ability to work independently and as part of a team
    -Must have reliable transportation and basic tools; specialized equipment is a plus
    -Excellent communication skills and a professional attitude
    -Ability to lift 50 lbs and work on ladders or scaffolding

    *While we prefer applicants with experience, we will train the right person!

    You should apply if you:

    -Have a great attitude
    -Have awesome communication skills
    -Take pride in the work you do
    -Understand the importance of great customer service
    -Have integrity and a strong work ethic


    Seniority Level

    Entry (student)

    Field of Interest

    Construction & Architecture

    Employment Type

    Contract

  • Entry-Level Auto Painter
    Carvana     Chandler, AZ 85226
     Posted 6 days    

    We’re looking for Auto Painters with a minimum of 1 year of professional automotive painting experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and one of the four fastest companies to make the Fortune 500.

    As an Entry-Level Painter, you’ll be expected to prime vehicles and perform final sanding before the vehicle is painted, along with buffing, touch-up, paint mixing, and airbrush.

    At Carvana, you’ll receive a competitive wage and amazing perks – including a 401(k) with Carvana match and even a vehicle purchase discount – all while using state of the art tools in one of our high-tech Inspection Centers (click here to learn more). If you’re joining us in an entry-level position, we offer training programs to make sure your skills and pay progress along with the company.

    Other perks of the Job

    100% company-paid healthcare premiums
    Generous paid-time off and your birthday is a holiday!
    ASE and tool reimbursement programs
    Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
    How To Get Started
    Join the Carvana team by applying on this page, or call one of our recruiters by phone at (888) 690-7853, Monday through Friday, between 6 AM and 4 PM PT (9AM to 7PM ET).

    Not a match for this role?
    We have a variety of paint roles available, depending on your experience - look below to see other roles available to help us get our low-mileage, late-model cars ready for our customers:

    Paint Prepper (min 6 months professional experience): prepare vehicles for cosmetic paintwork, including sanding, masking, taping, bagging, unbagging/tear down, and buffing
    Entry-Level Painter (min 1 year professional experience): prime vehicles and perform final sanding before the vehicle is painted, along with buffing, touch-up, paint mixing, and airbrush.
    Mid-Level Painter (min 3 years professional experience): match/mix paint color and use water-based paint to paint the vehicle inside our paint booths
    Experienced Painter (min 5 years professional experience): painting (base coats, tri-coats, solid, metallic, and clear coats), blending adjacent panels, and paint correcting vehicles.
    We also have a variety of other automotive roles available in one of our 18 locations across the country – take a look at our Careers site to apply for one of the following roles:

    Auto Body roles: Paint, Prep/Body work, Wheel Repair, Airbrush, Interior Repair, Glass Repair, and PDR (Paintless Dent Repair) roles
    Auto Technician/Mechanic roles: Lube and Oil, Inspection, Brake and Tire, Mechanical Repair / Build, and Master Technician roles
    Entry-Level roles: Detailing, Inventory Associate (Car Porters), Photo, Parts Associate, Inspection, and Coordinator/Administrator roles

    General qualifications and requirements

    Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools - must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently
    Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Some positions may be subject to an Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
    An ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment while sometimes being exposed to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold)
    Use of safety equipment that may include but not limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment
    About Carvana
    At Carvana, we sell cars but we aren’t car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we won’t sell a car to a customer that we wouldn’t sell to our own Mom. Period.

    To make sure our cars are in first-rate condition, we’ve built multiple vehicle Reconditioning Centers around the country, where our cars are inspected, perfected, and photographed before reaching the Carvana website.

    Think you’ve got what it takes to join our team? Apply today!

    Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

    Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.


    Seniority Level

    Some work experience (up to 5 years, non-manager)

    Field of Interest

    Retail, Sales & Marketing

    Employment Type

    Full Time


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