Painters Needed, Start This Week And OT Offered

Aerotek; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking painters to lead and perform interior and some exterior painting on industrial and commercial projects within the Milwaukee area. You will use brushes, rollers, and spray equipment to apply diverse coatings and maintain high quality standards on active sites.

The role emphasizes safety, surface preparation, and collaboration with a crew to meet deadlines. Opportunities for overtime are available in a dynamic field setting.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of overall painting experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of commercial painting experience.
• Proficiency with interior and exterior painting in industrial/commercial environments.
• Ability to perform and learn airless spraying techniques using HPLV sprayers.
• Brush and roller application skills for a variety of coatings.
• Ability to cut in clean lines without tape.
• Experience with job-site prep and masking where appropriate.
• Experience with job-site cleanup and maintaining a tidy work area.
• Ability to work as part of a team on active construction sites.
• Willingness to work early shifts and OT/Saturdays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in painting projects for industrial and commercial clients.
• Perform interior wall painting with some exterior work as required.
• Use brushes, rollers, and spray guns to apply coatings.
• Operate and maintain HPLV airless sprayers on large projects.
• Cut in clean lines without tape.
• Prepare surfaces with cleaning, sanding, masking, patching and priming.
• Keep work areas clean and safe.
• Coordinate with team to ensure timely project completion.
• Help meet quality standards and project specifications.
• Follow safety procedures on all sites.
• Adapt to varying schedules including occasional overtime and Saturdays.

Skills

Interior painting

Exterior painting

Airless spraying

Brushing techniques

Cutting-in without tape

Surface prep & masking

Team collaboration

Overtime flexibility

Punctuality

Tools

HPLV airless sprayers

Brushes & rollers

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Painters Needed, Start this week and OT Offered!

Job Description

This role leads and performs painting work on industrial and commercial projects for both new construction and existing buildings within approximately a 40-mile radius of Milwaukee. The position focuses primarily on interior wall painting, with some exterior work, using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment to apply a variety of coatings in large industrial and commercial facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in painting projects for industrial and commercial clients on both new construction and existing buildings.
• Perform interior wall painting as the primary focus, with additional exterior painting as required.
• Use brushes, rollers, and spray guns to apply various paint coatings to industrial and commercial facilities.
• Operate and maintain HPLV airless sprayers on large industrial projects, ensuring proper setup, use, and cleaning.
• Perform precise cutting-in work without the use of tape to achieve clean, professional lines.
• Carry out surface preparation activities, including cleaning, sanding, masking (where appropriate), patching, and priming surfaces prior to painting.
• Handle job site cleanup, ensuring work areas remain organized, safe, and free of debris throughout and after the project.
• Work collaboratively with a team of painters, coordinating tasks and supporting efficient workflow based on project size and scope.
• Help ensure projects meet quality standards, adhere to specifications, and are completed within established deadlines.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines on all job sites, including proper use of equipment and materials.
• Adapt to varying job schedules and project requirements, including occasional extended hours and some Saturdays as needed.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of overall painting experience.
• A minimum of 1 year of commercial painting experience.
• Proficiency with interior and exterior painting in industrial and commercial environments.
• Ability to perform and, if needed, learn airless spraying techniques using HPLV airless sprayers.
• Skill in brush and roller application for a variety of coatings.
• Ability to cut in clean lines without using tape.
• Experience with job site preparation, including surface prep and masking where appropriate.
• Experience with job site cleanup and maintaining a tidy work environment.
• Capability to work effectively as part of a team on active construction or renovation sites.
• Reliability to work early shifts and accommodate overtime and some Saturday work when required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience painting multi-family buildings.
• Experience painting office buildings.
• Previous foreman or lead painter experience overseeing crews or coordinating painting projects.
• Familiar in construction environments where painting is integrated with other trades.
• Comfort working on a variety of project types, including both new construction and existing building renovations.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from steady, diverse commercial and industrial projects within a manageable local radius, reducing long commutes and overnight travel. The schedule offers consistent day shifts with the opportunity for substantial overtime for those seeking additional income. Team-based job sites provide a collaborative atmosphere where painters can refine advanced techniques such as airless spraying and cutting in. The organization emphasizes meeting deadlines while maintaining professional quality, offering a setting where skilled painters can grow into leadership responsibilities and build long-term careers.

Work Environment

The role is entirely field-based, with painters reporting directly to job sites rather than a central facility. Work takes place in industrial and commercial buildings, including both new construction and occupied or existing structures, primarily focused on interior walls with some exterior work. Teams vary in size depending on project scope, creating a collaborative environment where responsibilities are shared and coordinated. Core hours are day shift, typically around 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with flexibility to work later as projects demand and some Saturdays when needed; overtime is common. Painters use brushes, rollers, and HPLV airless sprayers, especially on large industrial jobs, and are expected to handle their equipment safely and efficiently. The dress code is practical and work-focused, typically jeans and a T-shirt or traditional painter whites, suitable for active con