Experienced Commercial Painter – Finishes & Surface Prep

Mericle-Construction,-Inc.-; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

13 paid holidays annually

Paid time off

Retirement plan with match and profit‑

Profit sharing

Job summary

Mericle Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced Commercial Painter to join our team on various warehouses, office and construction projects in the region.

This full-time role requires 5+ years of professional painting experience and proficiency with airless sprayers and surface preparation. You will perform surface prep, drywall repair, painting, finishing, touch-ups, and ensure safety and quality standards on site while collaborating with project managers and other trades.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional painting experience required.
• Experience with commercial/industrial painting projects.
• Proficiency in drywall repair, finishing, surface prep, and paint application techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting (scraping, sanding, patching).
• Perform drywall repairs and texture matching.
• Apply primers, paints, stains, and coatings.
• Complete touch-up work and final project closeout items.
• Protect floors and adjacent surfaces; maintain tools and workspace.
• Inspect work for quality and safety; communicate progress to supervisors.

Skills

Paint preparation

Airless sprayers

Drywall repair

Teamwork

Communication

Safety practices

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Airless paint sprayers

Ladders/ scaffolding

Job description

Mericle Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced Commercial Painter to join our team on various warehouses, office and construction projects in the region.

This full-time role requires 5+ years of professional painting experience and proficiency with airless sprayers and surface preparation. You will perform surface prep, drywall repair, painting, finishing, touch-ups, and ensure safety and quality standards on site while collaborating with project managers and other trades.