Entry-Level Painter Helper: Prep, Masking & Shop Support

HTI Ltd; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunton Services, a division of the Hunton Group, seeks an entry-level Painter Helper to support painters and production teams with prep work, masking, material handling, cleanup, and general shop tasks.

You will gain hands-on training, work closely with experienced staff, and contribute to safe, efficient painting operations while developing toward higher-skilled roles in the organization.

Qualifications

• No formal experience required; entry-level position.
• Willingness to learn and take direction.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist painters with surface preparation: cleaning, degreasing, sanding/scuffing, masking, staging parts.
• Set up and break down paint areas: paper/plastic masking, hanging parts, moving carts/fixtures.
• General shop support: organize tools/materials, housekeeping, trash disposal, staging components.
• Move materials safely using carts/pallet jacks; assist with forklift/crane work as trained.
• Follow safety rules and PPE requirements at all times.
• Learn quality basics: what “good prep” and “good finish” look like.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Team player

Reliability

Strong work ethic

Attendance

Tools

Sanding tools

Drills/Grinders

Forklift operation

Job description

Hunton Services, a division of the Hunton Group, seeks an entry-level Painter Helper to support painters and production teams with prep work, masking, material handling, cleanup, and general shop tasks.

You will gain hands-on training, work closely with experienced staff, and contribute to safe, efficient painting operations while developing toward higher-skilled roles in the organization.