Painter

Description


This role performs painting and surface preparation work on commercial, rehabilitation, light industrial, and select residential projects throughout the St. Louis area. The ideal candidate takes pride in craftsmanship, works safely and efficiently, and understands how to operate as part of a professional jobsite team.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare surfaces for painting by scraping, sanding, patching, caulking, masking, and priming
- Apply paints, stains, epoxies, and specialty coatings using brush, roller, and spray equipment
- Perform interior and exterior painting on commercial spaces, renovations, and custom residential projects
- Assist with specialty services such as:
*Epoxy and floor coatings
*Elastomeric and protective coatings
*Waterproofing and surface sealing
*Textured finishes (knockdown, orange peel, smooth wall)
- Maintain clean, organized, and professional job sites
- Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of PPE and safe ladder/lift practices
- Communicate effectively with foremen, project managers, and fellow crew members
- Meet quality standards while staying on schedule and within project scope


Skills


painting, commercial painting, industrial painting, mixing, paint prep, roller, sanding, construction, sandblasting, caulk, blasting, powder coat, epoxy, finish, drywall, coating


Top Skills Details


painting,commercial painting


Additional Skills & Qualifications


- 1–3+ years of painting experience
- Working knowledge of surface preparation and paint application techniques
- Ability to use basic painting tools and equipment safely and correctly
- Experience with commercial, new builds, or rehab projects
- Familiarity with epoxy floors, specialty coatings, and industrial finishes
- Drywall finishing experience
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Ability to work independently or as part of a crew
- Reliable transportation to job sites throughout the St. Louis area
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical work for extended periods


Experience Level


Intermediate Level


Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Eureka, MO.


Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $65000.00/yr.


Medical (health) insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO) – vacation, sick, personal days
Paid holidays
401(k) or retirement savings plan
Employer 401(k) match
Life insurance
Short‑term disability insurance
Long‑term disability insurance


Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Eureka,MO.


Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 15, 2026.


About Aerotek:


We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.


Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.