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Painter Associate Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

APSU, Inc.

Painter

Clarksville, TN

$15.75 - $21.75/hr

The Painter is under general supervision and performs work such as preparing and painting buildings ... Jo Baldwin at baldwinjapsu.edu | 931-221-7178 or Associate Director of Accessibility Compliance ...

Marriott International

Overnight Painter

Nashville, TN · On-site

$21/hr

POSITION SUMMARY Apply paint, stain and other finishes to property walls, ceilings, and furniture ... We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and ...

Marriott

Overnight Painter

Nashville, TN

$17.75 - $24.25/hr

POSITION SUMMARY Apply paint, stain and other finishes to property walls, ceilings, and furniture ... We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and ...

Carmax

Automotive Painter

Manchester, TN · On-site

$28.35 - $35.09/hr

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

Westgate Resorts

Painter

Gatlinburg, TN · On-site

$17.25 - $23.75/hr

As a Painter, you will: * Prepare all surfaces for paint, uses drop cloths and masking tape to ... the Associate's Handbook To perform this job successfully, you must have excellent communication ...

Westgate Resorts

Painter

Gatlinburg, TN

$17.25 - $23.75/hr

As a Painter, you will: * Prepare all surfaces for paint, uses drop cloths and masking tape to ... the Associate's Handbook To perform this job successfully, you must have excellent communication ...

Westgate Resorts

Painter

Gatlinburg, TN · On-site

$17.25 - $23.75/hr

As a Painter, you will: * Prepare all surfaces for paint, uses drop cloths and masking tape to ... the Associate's Handbook To perform this job successfully, you must have excellent communication ...

Carmax

Autobody Painter

Manchester, TN · On-site

$28.35 - $35.09/hr

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

Carmax

Automotive Painter - CarMax

Manchester, TN · On-site

$28.35 - $35.09/hr

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

Carmax

Car Painter - Dealership

Manchester, TN · On-site

$28.35 - $35.09/hr

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

Carmax

Car Painter - CarMax

Manchester, TN · On-site

$28.35 - $35.09/hr

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

Carvana

Experienced Auto Painter

Memphis, TN

We're looking for Auto Painters with a minimum of 5 years of professional automotive painting ... Detailing, Inventory Associate (Car Porters), Photo, Parts Associate, Inspection, and Coordinator ...

Carmax

Automotive Painter - Car Dealership

Manchester, TN · On-site

$28.35 - $35.09/hr

Position Overview As a Sr. Reconditioning Associate II, you will play a vital role in ensuring every vehicle meets CarMax's paint and cosmetic standards before reaching our customers. This position ...

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What is the difference between Painter Associate vs Painter Apprentice?

AspectPainter AssociatePainter Apprentice
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some on-the-job trainingTypically in training; may require basic skills or enrollment in apprenticeship programs
Work EnvironmentCommercial, residential, or industrial painting sitesTraining sites, job sites under supervision
Employer & Industry UsagePainting contractors, construction companiesApprenticeship programs within similar companies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Painter Associate and a Painter Apprentice is experience and training level. Painter Associates are usually experienced workers performing painting tasks independently, while Painter Apprentices are in training, learning skills under supervision. Both roles work in similar environments and industries, but the Apprentice role is focused on skill development and gaining experience for future full-time work.

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Infographic showing various Painter Associate job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Painter

APSU, Inc.

Clarksville, TN

$15.75 - $21.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

The Painter is under general supervision and performs work such as preparing and painting buildings, equipment, furniture, and various other surfaces.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform general and custom painting assignments employing all standard trade practices and skills.
  • Estimate and gather types and amount of materials needed for job.
  • Follow all safety and other risk management policies in performance of work.
  • Clean and prepare surfaces to be painted by use of sandpaper, scraping, soap and water, tape, drop cloths in preparation for painting.
  • Mix paint, varnish, lacquers, and enamels
  • Set up and break down scaffold and ladders
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to effectively follow the principles, practices, and methods of painting.
  • Ability to effectively mix paint colors.
  • Ability to effectively prepare surfaces and apply primers, sealers, undercoats and thinners.
  • Ability to effectively operate equipment used in painting.
  • Ability to effectively follow safety precautions to be used when working with the necessary equipment.
  • Ability to effectively apply paint evenly and consistently on walls, ceilings, and other surfaces.
  • Ability to paint above shoulder level for an extended period of time.
  • Ability to work at high elevations using ladders, scaffolding, or other appropriate means.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to interact in an effective and appropriate manner with various populations, the University community and the public.
  • Ability to read and follow written instructions.
  • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position.
  • Ability to work in an on-call capacity and inclement weather duties.

Required Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Experience in exterior/interior painting on metal, porous and finished surfaces.
  • Experience in working with sheet rock, plaster, and other surface preparations.
  • Must wear proper PPE (safety shoes, hearing and eye protection) as required.

Physical Requirements

  • Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • Bending, twisting and lifting weights to 100lbs.
  • Heights and working on elevations of 60 feet.
  • Work on ladders and lifts.

Austin Peay State University is a four-year public, doctoral-level university, with six colleges and four Chairs of Excellence. The University has an enrollment of over 11,000 students and is located in Clarksville, Tennessee, a community of an estimated 150,287 people located approximately 40 miles northwest of Nashville, TN.

Austin Peay State University is a proud supporter of hiring veterans. We hire veterans with equivalent experiences and pay grades from their military service, rather than requiring or preferring only college degrees. Please visit our website for more information on how veterans can qualify for additional employment opportunities at APSU: https://www.apsu.edu/human-resources/hiring-veterans/.

Austin Peay State University (APSU) prohibits discrimination in all employment, programs, and activities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. For Title IX inquiries or complaints, contact: Chief of Institutional Culture & Title IX Coordinator, LaNeeca R. Williams at williamslr@apsu.edu | 931-221-7690, Browning Building, Room 140, Clarksville, TN 37044. For other non-discrimination concerns, contact: Director of Institutional Culture & Title VI & Title VII Coordinator, Dr. Jo Baldwin at baldwinjapsu.edu | 931-221-7178 or Associate Director of Accessibility Compliance & ADA/504 Coordinator, Jayme Glover at gloverj@apsu.edu | 931-221-7160. View APSU's full nondiscrimination policy at Policy 6:001.

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