Painter Helper

The Hunton Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hunton Group's Hunton Services division in Houston, TX invites an entry-level Painter Helper to join our team. You will support painters with prep work, masking, material handling, and shop support, building a foundation for growth in a manufacturing environment.

We value a strong work ethic, reliability, and a willingness to learn. Duties include surface prep, setting up paint areas, tool handling, light forklift work as trained, and following safety rules to produce quality finishes.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with no prior experience required.
• Must be reliable with good attendance.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist painters with surface preparation: cleaning, degreasing, sanding and masking.
• Set up and break down paint areas; move carts and fixtures.
• Organize tools/materials; maintain housekeeping and waste disposal.
• Operate basic hand/power tools under supervision; forklift work as trained.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Tools

Sander

Grinder

Drill

Forklift operation

Job description

DescriptionHunton Services, a division of the Hunton Group, is seeking to hire an entry-level Painter Helper to join the team. As a Painter Helper, you will be responsible for supporting painters and production teams with all prep work, masking, material handling, cleanup, and general shop support. We are looking for someone who brings a strong work ethic and positive attitude, is reliable, and has the potential to be developed and trained into higher-skilled positions.Come work for an industry leader that has been recognized both locally and nationally as a Top Place to Work !Key ResponsibilitiesAssist painters with surface preparation: cleaning, degreasing, sanding/scuffing, masking, staging parts.Help 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.Basic hand/power tool use under supervision (sanders, grinders, drills).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.QualificationsRequired QualificationsEntry-level (no formal experience required; shop/industrial experience is a plus).Willingness to learn, take direction, and work as part of a team.Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods.Preferred QualificationsExposure to painting, prep work, body shop work, construction, or warehouse environments.Forklift experience (or willingness to certify).Growth PathStrong performers can grow into Industrial Painter, Production Technician, or fabrication/assembly roles.