Painter Helper

Inspired painters; Minnesota; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspired Painters is seeking a Painter Helper to assist a residential painting crew on local projects. The role involves surface preparation, material handling, tool maintenance, and adherence to safety standards on-site.

You will work with a small team, travel locally to residential jobs, and support the Lead Painter and crew to ensure efficient project completion.

Qualifications

• Entry-level experience supporting painting projects.
• Knowledge of surface preparation techniques.
• Awareness of safety procedures and best practices.
• Physical stamina to perform manual labor tasks.
• Effective time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, scraping, and sanding.
• Handle and transport painting materials and equipment.
• Clean painting tools and equipment after use.
• Assist painters during application, including mixing paints.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, complying with safety standards.
• Perform site cleanup and waste disposal after project completion.
• Monitor inventory levels and report shortages.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working order.

Skills

Surface prep knowledge

Safety awareness

Manual labor stamina

Time management

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Description

The Painter Helper will support a small residential painting crew, assisting the Lead Painter and team members with various tasks to ensure efficient project completion. This role involves preparing surfaces, handling materials, maintaining tools, and adhering to safety standards on-site. Regular local travel is required to residential projects, working closely within a team of 2-3 people.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, scraping, and sanding
• Handle and transport painting materials and equipment
• Clean painting tools and equipment after use
• Assist painters during application, including mixing paints
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, complying with safety standards
• Perform site cleanup and waste disposal after project completion
• Monitor inventory levels and report shortages
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working order

Preferred Qualifications

• Entry-level experience supporting painting projects
• Knowledge of surface preparation techniques
• Awareness of safety procedures and best practices
• Physical stamina to perform manual labor tasks
• Effective time management skills
• Strong attention to detail