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Commercial Building Painter Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Hotel Painter

Houston, TX · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Previous experience as a Painter , preferably in a hotel, resort, commercial building, or similar environment. * Minimum 2-3 years of relevant painting experience . * Good knowledge of painting ...

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Interior/ exterior painting and coatings. * Tenant improvements and commercial renovations Company Description Since 1977, we have provided commercial building maintenance, repair and restoration ...

Experience with commercial/building painting. * Regular and reliable attendance. This is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to ...

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Ability to read and complete work orders Company Description Since 1977, we have provided commercial building maintenance, repair and restoration services that include power washing, painting ...

Painter / Maintenance Technician

Havertown, PA

$17.75 - $24.50/hr

At least 1 year of experience in commercial building maintenance or painting * Strong painting skills with experience in drywall patching and repair * Experience with finish carpentry, trim, millwork ...

At least 1 year of experience in commercial building maintenance or painting * Strong painting skills with experience in drywall patching and repair * Experience with finish carpentry, trim, millwork ...

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Building Engineer / Maintenance Engineer - Commercial Property Certified Apartment Staffing ... Perform basic carpentry, painting, welding, and general building repairs when required. * Inspect ...

Cleaner Painter

Lindon, UT

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

Employee Value Proposition Working for a world-class leader in building structures and bridges, a Schuff Steel Cleaner Painter brings his/her expertise and knowledge in the commercial painting field ...

Cleaner Painter

Ottawa, KS

$16 - $21.75/hr

Employee Value Proposition Working for a world-class leader in building structures and bridges, a Schuff Steel Cleaner Painter brings his/her expertise and knowledge in the commercial painting field ...

Employee Value Proposition Working for a world-class leader in building structures and bridges, a Schuff Steel Cleaner Painter brings his/her expertise and knowledge in the commercial painting field ...

Cleaner Painter

Ottawa, KS · On-site

$16 - $21.75/hr

Employee Value Proposition Working for a world-class leader in building structures and bridges, a Schuff Steel Cleaner Painter brings his/her expertise and knowledge in the commercial painting field ...

Cleaner Painter

Ottawa, KS

$16 - $21.75/hr

Employee Value Proposition Working for a world-class leader in building structures and bridges, a Schuff Steel Cleaner Painter brings his/her expertise and knowledge in the commercial painting field ...

Cleaner Painter

Lindon, UT

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

Employee Value Proposition Working for a world-class leader in building structures and bridges, a Schuff Steel Cleaner Painter brings his/her expertise and knowledge in the commercial painting field ...

Cleaner Painter

Lindon, UT · On-site

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

Employee Value Proposition Working for a world-class leader in building structures and bridges, a Schuff Steel Cleaner Painter brings his/her expertise and knowledge in the commercial painting field ...

Requirements * 5+ years of commercial building maintenance experience preferred. * Working knowledge of electrical systems (120V/277V preferred). * Experience with drywall repair, painting, carpentry ...

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How much do commercial building painter jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for commercial building painter in the United States is $22.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a commercial building painter do?

A commercial building painter is responsible for preparing and applying paint, coatings, and finishes to the interior and exterior surfaces of commercial properties, such as offices, warehouses, and retail spaces. Their duties include cleaning and preparing surfaces, repairing minor damage, selecting appropriate paints and materials, and ensuring a high-quality, long-lasting finish. Commercial painters must also follow safety procedures and may work with specialized equipment like spray guns or scaffolding. Their work helps protect buildings from damage and improves their appearance, contributing to property value and business appeal.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a commercial building painter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Commercial Building Painter, you need expertise in surface preparation, paint application techniques, color matching, and a high school diploma or equivalent, with some employers preferring formal apprenticeships. Familiarity with painting tools, scaffolding, spray equipment, and safety certifications like OSHA training is typically required. Attention to detail, reliability, and strong communication skills help painters deliver quality work and collaborate effectively on-site. These competencies ensure safe, efficient, and visually appealing results that meet client and regulatory expectations.

What are some common challenges faced by commercial building painters, and how can they be managed on the job?

Commercial building painters often encounter challenges such as working at heights, managing varied surface types, and coordinating with other trades on active job sites. Safety is a top priority, requiring strict adherence to protocols, especially when using scaffolding or lifts. Painters also need to adapt quickly to changing project timelines and weather conditions. Effective communication with project managers and other team members helps ensure quality work and timely project completion.
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Infographic showing various Commercial Building Painter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,305 per year, or $22.3 per hour.

Painter II - Engineering (Nights)

Carrollton, GA • On-site

Tanner Health System
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees

$15 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Painter II performs engineering duties in accordance with hospital policy and procedure. This person is knowledgeable in all areas of interior and exterior painting and wall coverings. applying as well as removal. Other work will include a variety of different tasks requiring knowledge in general building maintenance. ceiling tile replacement, sheet rock patching, furniture moving, routine test and light bulb change outs.
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Experience
One year of related experience. Requires a working knowledge of standard practices and procedures.
Qualifications
1-year commercial carpentry or painter experience required. Commercial building maintenance experience preferred but not required.
Read ? Ability to read safety rules instructions in the use and maintenance of tools and equipment, ability to read and interpret written instructions (Work Orders)
Speak ? Ability to speak clearly and distinctly primarily to convey problems and work status to others.
Write ? Ability to summarize work progress in work order form, write for content more important than grammatical correctness.
Area of Responsibilities
Maintains color charts for the different facilities.
Maintains inventory of supplies that are needed to paint and patch areas in need of repairs.
Maintains their tools and equipment in a safe operating condition.
Performs interior and exterior painting, including simple wall repairs, finishing and wallpapering where required.
Tours facilities routinely to inspect for painting, patching and carpentry repairs and create corrective work orders to have these items repaired.
Annual Hospital Wide & Legal Compliance In-service
Completes daily assignments of Preventive and Corrective work orders in a timely manner.
Complies with standards set forth by regulatory agencies. Maintains necessary records for inspections. (Fire alarm testing and inspections, emergency power & medical gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested)
Documentation is in compliance with hospital policy/procedure and other regulatory agency requirements.
Employee is required to assess each job and use the proper Personal Protective Equipment while performing related job functions. Employees must realize that each job function and work area may require different PPE. Employee should check with supervisor before performing any work if they are not sure of needed PPE.
My be required to take ?Call? or be responsible for carrying a pager after normal working hours.
Participates in continuing education as mandated per department and system policy: Safety and Security Plan, Hazardous Materials and Waste Plan, Fire Safety Plan, Medical Equipment Plan and Utilities Plan.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required to assist others in department outside normal duties.
Required to carry a pager and PDA while on duty, and be able to respond to all calls immediately.
Compliance Statement
Employee performs within the prescribed limits of Tanner Health System's Ethics and Compliance program. Is responsible to detect, observe, and report compliance variances to their immediate supervisor, the Compliance Officer, or the Hotline.
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Experience
One year of related experience. Requires a working knowledge of standard practices and procedures.
Licenses & Certifications
DRIVER'S LICENSE
Supervision
No supervision of any employees.
Qualifications
1-year commercial carpentry or painter experience required. Commercial building maintenance experience preferred but not required.
Read ? Ability to read safety rules instructions in the use and maintenance of tools and equipment, ability to read and interpret written instructions (Work Orders)
Speak ? Ability to speak clearly and distinctly primarily to convey problems and work status to others.
Write ? Ability to summarize work progress in work order form, write for content more important than grammatical correctness.
Definitions
Painter II performs engineering duties in accordance with hospital policy and procedure. This person is knowledgeable in all areas of interior and exterior painting and wall coverings. applying as well as removal. Other work will include a variety of different tasks requiring knowledge in general building maintenance. ceiling tile replacement, sheet rock patching, furniture moving, routine test and light bulb change outs.
Contact With Others
Performance of job requires contact with others where team work is essential, requiring tact in order to obtain cooperation. Contacts may be outside of the organization also.
Effect Of Error
Probable error usually detected in succeeding operations and generally confined to a single department or phase of organization activities. Practically all work is subject to verification or check. Occasional work with some confidential data where the effect of any disclosure would be negligible or where the full import is not apparent in the routines performed.
Supervisory Responsibility
Occasionally uses assistance of aide or helper in performance of task
Mental Demands
Work involves a variety of problems in a general field, some of which are complex. Involves some independent judgment to decide what to do to assemble facts, determine variations from standard procedures, or plan other action to be taken to meet general objectives.
Physical Effort
Medium physical effort - Lifts, carries, or handles lightweight (1 to 25 lbs.) materials or equipment for most of the day. Occasional physical effort with medium weight objects (25-60 lbs.). Very occasional physical effort with heavy objects (over 60 lbs.).Works in reaching or strained positions for about half of day.
Working Conditions
Considerable - (About 75% of the day) Involved in exposure to dirt, odors, noise, or some work is performed with exposure to temperature/weather extremes/occupational risk and probability of coming into contact with blood borne pathogens, other potentially infectious diseases, or biomedical/bio-hazardous materials.
Working Conditions Aspects For Immunizations
Performs tasks involving contact with blood, blood-contaminated body fluids, other body fluids, or sharps (needles)
Physical Aspects
Continually (at least once per day)
Manual Dexterity ? picking, pinching With fingers etc.
Reaching ? below shoulder
Pushing/Pulling ? up To 25 lbs.
Frequently (at least 3 times a week)
Bending
Reaching ? above shoulder
Visual
Color Vision
Speaking
Standing
Balancing
Walking
Lifting up To 25 lbs.
Lifting 25 To 60 lbs.
Handling ? seizing, holding, grasping
Carrying
Climbing
Kneeling
Squatting
Driving ? Utility vehicles such As golf carts, Gators, ATV, riding lawnmowers, skid steer, aerial lift
Driving ? Class C vehicles
Pushing/Pulling ? 25 To 60 lbs.
Occasionally (at least once a month)
Typing
Feeling (Touch) ? determining temperature, texture, by touching
Hearing
Crawling
Running - In response To an emergency
Lifting over 60 lbs.
N95 Respirator usage (PPE)
Pushing/Pulling ? over 60 lbs.