Apprentice Painter

Walpole-Outdoor; Pittsfield (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time 4-day work week (Mon–Thu)

OT Fridays

Career development

Team-driven shop culture

Health, Dental & Vision insurance

401(k)

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Walpole Outdoors is seeking an Apprentice- Painter to assist in the stain line and the painting process for handcrafted outdoor products. You will help with setup, sanding, staining, and packaging to move items to the next facility, while maintaining safety and organization.

Ideal candidates have 0–3 years of experience, can lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long hours, and enjoy working in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented environment with safety focus.
• 0–3 years painting/finishing experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in handling of product moving in and out of shop.
• Learn spackling and finish sanding of various products.
• Assist and learn to stain/prepare all products to hang.
• Follow guidance; do not exceed scope of orientation.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Standing long hours

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Fencing, Gate & Pergola Experts

Since 1933, Walpole Outdoors has been the standard for handcrafted outdoor products, meeting the needs of homeowners and professionals alike with an unsurpassed variety of styles and custom designs.

Today, Walpole maintains its position as a premier outdoor living space company through a commitment to working with customers and by applying new techniques and technologies to ensure that the end result exceeds their expectations.

Join Our Team!

Our employees are the best in the industry! We are hiring team members who can utilize their existing skills, are interested in learning new ones, and are looking for opportunities to grow.

The Apprentice- Painter is responsible for assisting team members in the stain line with various projects, This position assures that items are properly set up to be painted or packaged to move to another facility. Attention to detail and good communication skills are a must.

Job Duties

• Assist in handling of product moving in and out of shop
• Learns and becomes proficient at spackling and finish sanding of various products
• Assists and learns to stain/prepare all products to hang
• Does not go beyond their scope of orientation without guidance
• Responsible for cleaning stain room and keeping it neat and organized
• Hanging and prepare surfaces by cleaning, scraping, sanding, patching, and caulking
• Mix, match, and prepare paints, stains, and coatings
• Assist with brush, roller, and spray applications‍
• Clean and maintain tools, equipment, and work areas
• Follow all safety procedures and use personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Load and unload materials and supplies – stackdown
• Learn proper painting techniques and trade practices from senior painters

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to work with a team and be adaptable to a changing environment
• No tools required
• 0-3 years experience
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to stand for 10-11 hours per day
• Frequent bending, twisting

Physical & Work Environment

• Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing and warehouse environment
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods
• Work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a moderate noise level

Safety Compliance

Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to minimize accidents and injuries on the job site, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe handling of tools and materials

What We Offer

• Full-time 4-day work week (Mon–Thu) with OT opportunity on Fridays
• Opportunities for career development and skill advancement
• A supportive, team-driven shop culture
• Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off

Join a team where craftsmanship, safety, and collaboration come first.

Walpole Outdoors is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.