Entry Level Painters

Performance Painting Contractors, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team as painters. This role offers an opportunity to grow your career with hands-on training from experienced professionals. You'll assist in prepping and painting various projects while enjoying perks like additional pay for travel. The company values integrity and teamwork, providing a stable work environment with full-time hours and overtime opportunities. If you're ready to build a rewarding career in painting, this is the place for you!

Benefits

Career Growth

Hands-On Training

Travel Perks

Stability

Community & Culture

Qualifications

• 1 year of painting experience in residential, commercial, or industrial settings.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and priming.
• Apply paint using brushes, rollers, or sprayers.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain equipment.

Skills

Painting Experience

Strong Work Ethic

Reliability

Ability to Work at Heights

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

At Performance Painting Contractors, Inc., we believe your potential matters more than perfection. Whether you’ve got about a year of painting experience or just a strong work ethic and desire to learn, we want to meet you! If you're dependable, hands-on, and ready to work hard, we’ll give you every tool to build a career — not just a job.

What You’ll Do:

1. Assist in prepping, painting, and finishing commercial, industrial, and government projects
2. Work as part of a crew on interior/exterior jobs
3. Travel to out-of-town job sites (and get paid extra when you do!)
4. Learn from experienced professionals who want to see you succeed
5. Show up on time, work safely, and take pride in your craftsmanship

Daily Responsibilities:

1. Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and priming
2. Apply paint using brushes, rollers, or sprayers
3. Ensure a smooth and even finish
4. Clean and maintain painting equipment
5. Follow safety guidelines and protocols

Why Join Us?

1. Career Growth– We promote from within and invest in your development
2. Hands-On Training– Learn from seasoned pros who care about your progress
3. Travel Perks– Earn an additional $2/hour when traveling
4. Stability– Full-time hours, steady work, and overtime opportunities
5. Community & Culture– Be part of a team that values integrity, pride in work, and mutual respect

What We’re Looking For:

1. ~1 year of painting experience (residential, commercial, or industrial welcome)
2. Willingness to travel – sometimes overnight (generous weekly per diem)
3. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights as needed
4. A strong work ethic, positive attitude, and desire to grow in the trades
5. Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license (preferred)

Let’s Get Rolling

If you're looking for a place to grow, people who care, and projects that make a difference, you’ve found it. Apply today and take the first step toward building your painting career with Performance Painting Contractors, Inc.