Experienced Commercial Painter

Blair Commercial Painting LLC; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off (12 days)

401(k) plan with 3% match

Health insurance contribution

Overtime opportunities

Training and development

Job summary

Blair Commercial Painting, LLC is seeking an Experienced Commercial Painter to join our team in Waukesha, WI. This field-based role involves traveling to commercial and residential sites to perform interior and exterior painting with attention to quality and safety.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of professional experience, strong surface prep skills, and proficiency with airless spray systems. We value reliability, craftsmanship, and teamwork, with opportunities for growth into lead or

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional painting experience.
• Experience with commercial interior/exterior painting.
• Strong surface preparation and coating application knowledge.
• Ability to operate airless spray equipment.

Responsibilities

• Complete commercial interior and exterior painting projects.
• Prepare surfaces (sanding, patching, caulking, priming).
• Apply paints/coatings with brushes, rollers, and spray systems.
• Operate and maintain spray equipment and tools.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized jobsites.
• Communicate with crew leads and project managers.
• Assist and guide less experienced painters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliable transportation

Strong communication

Safety conscious

Independence

Tools

Airless spray equipment

Ladders & lifts

Job description

Experienced Commercial Painter

Blair Commercial Painting, LLC

Location: Waukesha, WI (Field-Based; Travel to Commercial and Residential Project Sites)

Blair Commercial Painting, LLC is an established, award-winning painting contractor serving customers throughout southeastern Wisconsin. As a proud member of the Painting Contractors Association (PCA), we focus on high-quality commercial interior and exterior painting projects.

We are known for professional service, skilled workmanship, and delivering excellent results for our customers. Our team works in a busy, performance-focused environment, and we are seeking experienced painters who are reliable, honest, hardworking, and committed to maintaining high standards.

If you are an experienced painting professional who takes pride in your work and is looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing company, we would like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Complete commercial interior and exterior painting projects in warehouses, offices, retail locations, industrial facilities, and other commercial buildings.
• Prepare surfaces for painting through sanding, patching, caulking, masking, priming, and related preparation work.
• Apply paints and coatings using brushes, rollers, and airless spray systems.
• Properly operate, clean, and maintain spray equipment, pumps, tools, and other painting equipment.
• Complete work according to project requirements and Blair Commercial Painting quality standards.
• Keep jobsites clean, organized, and safe while working efficiently.
• Communicate professionally with Crew Leads, Project Managers, customers, and other trade partners.
• Provide guidance and support to less experienced painters when required.
• Follow company safety procedures and policies at all times.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of professional painting experience preferred.
• Previous experience completing commercial interior and exterior painting work.
• Strong understanding of surface preparation methods and proper coating application.
• Experience working with airless spray equipment and other professional painting tools.
• Ability to work independently while consistently producing high-quality results.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to craftsmanship.
• Comfortable working from ladders and at elevated heights.
• Ability to safely operate, or willingness to learn how to operate, scissor lifts and boom lifts reaching 60'+.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record.
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow project directions accurately.
• Dependable, honest, and motivated to continually improve your skills.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends, and overtime when project needs require it.
• Experience with vinyl wall coverings, drywall finishing, specialty coatings, or industrial coatings is considered an advantage.

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-Time, W-2 Employment
• Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour, depending on experience, skill level, and performance
• Weekly pay
• 12 paid days off each year, including 7 major holidays and 5 personal days
• 401(k) plan with a 3% company match
• $300 monthly company contribution toward health insurance premiums
• Short-term disability plans available
• Opportunities for overtime
• Team-building excursions twice per year
• Continued professional development and hands-on skills training
• Defined opportunities to advance into Lead Painter and supervisory roles

Work Schedule

• Monday-Friday
• Day shifts, typically 8 hours
• Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required depending on project schedules

Blair Commercial Painting, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants and employees as required by law.