Lincoln, NE · On-site
$16 - $21.75/hr
Subcontractor Painters Wanted -- NOT Your Typical Painting Gig Sterling Paint & Repair | Lincoln & Southeast Nebraska We're not looking for painters. We're looking for professionals who happen to ...
Lincoln, NE · On-site
$16 - $21.75/hr
Subcontractor Painters Wanted -- NOT Your Typical Painting Gig Sterling Paint & Repair | Lincoln & Southeast Nebraska We're not looking for painters. We're looking for professionals who happen to ...
Falls City, NE · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
AGI Falls City products help companies meet OSHA, EPA and other clean air guidelines. The Opportunity We are actively seeking a painter for the manufacturing floor to set up, operate, or tend ...
Falls City, NE · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
AGI Falls City products help companies meet OSHA, EPA and other clean air guidelines. The Opportunity We are actively seeking a painter for the manufacturing floor to set up, operate, or tend ...
Falls City, NE · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
AGI Falls City products help companies meet OSHA, EPA and other clean air guidelines. The Opportunity We are actively seeking a painter for the manufacturing floor to set up, operate, or tend ...
Falls City, NE · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
AGI Falls City products help companies meet OSHA, EPA and other clean air guidelines. The Opportunity We are actively seeking a painter for the manufacturing floor to set up, operate, or tend ...
Omaha, NE · On-site
$16.50 - $22.50/hr
Licensed with the State of Nebraska Behind every excellent paint job, are the people who get to know the homeowner, help craft the design, improve the look and feel and even keep the project moving ...
Omaha, NE · On-site
$16.50 - $22.50/hr
Licensed with the State of Nebraska Behind every excellent paint job, are the people who get to know the homeowner, help craft the design, improve the look and feel and even keep the project moving ...
Lincoln, NE · On-site
$18/hr
Spray application painting using specialized equipment * Ensure surfaces properly prepared for paint * Taping, sanding, minor repairs as needed * Make sure equipment stays in top shape * Make sure ...
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Lincoln, NE · On-site
$18/hr
Spray application painting using specialized equipment * Ensure surfaces properly prepared for paint * Taping, sanding, minor repairs as needed * Make sure equipment stays in top shape * Make sure ...
Fremont, NE · On-site
$17.50 - $23.75/hr
Prior automobile painting experience helpful. PREFERRED EDUCATION: High School Graduate or equivalent PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to stand and walk 90% of the time Must be able to lift/move ...
Fremont, NE · On-site
$17.50 - $23.75/hr
Prior automobile painting experience helpful. PREFERRED EDUCATION: High School Graduate or equivalent PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to stand and walk 90% of the time Must be able to lift/move ...
$17.50 - $23.75/hr
Prior automobile painting experience helpful. PREFERRED EDUCATION: * High School Graduate or equivalent PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: * Must be able to stand and walk 90% of the time * Must be able to lift ...
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$17.50 - $23.75/hr
Prior automobile painting experience helpful. PREFERRED EDUCATION: * High School Graduate or equivalent PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: * Must be able to stand and walk 90% of the time * Must be able to lift ...
Snyder, NE · On-site
$17.25 - $23.50/hr
We are currently seeking a skilled Painter to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, priming, and painting fire truck bodies, ensuring the highest standards of ...
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Snyder, NE · On-site
$17.25 - $23.50/hr
We are currently seeking a skilled Painter to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, priming, and painting fire truck bodies, ensuring the highest standards of ...
Lincoln, NE · On-site
$800 - $1.2K/wk
Responsibilities The Painter performs and coordinates the preparation and application of exterior ... helped launch the industry.
Lincoln, NE · On-site
$800 - $1.2K/wk
Responsibilities The Painter performs and coordinates the preparation and application of exterior ... helped launch the industry.
$16 - $21.50/hr
Help improve processes by suggesting better tools or equipment * Support teammates and assist with additional projects as needed What You Bring * Experience with industrial painting, blasting, or ...
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$16 - $21.50/hr
Help improve processes by suggesting better tools or equipment * Support teammates and assist with additional projects as needed What You Bring * Experience with industrial painting, blasting, or ...
$17.75 - $24.25/hr
Help improve processes by suggesting better tools or equipment * Support teammates and assist with additional projects as needed What You Bring * Experience with industrial painting, blasting, or ...
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$17.75 - $24.25/hr
Help improve processes by suggesting better tools or equipment * Support teammates and assist with additional projects as needed What You Bring * Experience with industrial painting, blasting, or ...
$17.25 - $23.50/hr
ABOUT THE POSITION The Industrial Painter will be responsible for all aspects of painting Industrial Equipment. This includes preparing surfaces, mixing paint, utilizing spraying equipment, operating ...
$17.25 - $23.50/hr
ABOUT THE POSITION The Industrial Painter will be responsible for all aspects of painting Industrial Equipment. This includes preparing surfaces, mixing paint, utilizing spraying equipment, operating ...
$17.50 - $23.75/hr
ABOUT THE POSITION The Industrial Painter will be responsible for all aspects of painting Industrial Equipment. This includes preparing surfaces, mixing paint, utilizing spraying equipment, operating ...
$17.50 - $23.75/hr
ABOUT THE POSITION The Industrial Painter will be responsible for all aspects of painting Industrial Equipment. This includes preparing surfaces, mixing paint, utilizing spraying equipment, operating ...
Falls City, NE · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
Painter Blaster FAST Global Solutions is seeking a Painter Blaster on night shift at our Falls City ... Our purpose is to deliver winning solutions to help our customers, communities and employees thrive.
Falls City, NE · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
Painter Blaster FAST Global Solutions is seeking a Painter Blaster on night shift at our Falls City ... Our purpose is to deliver winning solutions to help our customers, communities and employees thrive.
Falls City, NE · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
Painter Blaster FAST Global Solutions is seeking a Painter Blaster on night shift at our Falls City ... Our purpose is to deliver winning solutions to help our customers, communities and employees thrive.
Falls City, NE · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
Painter Blaster FAST Global Solutions is seeking a Painter Blaster on night shift at our Falls City ... Our purpose is to deliver winning solutions to help our customers, communities and employees thrive.
Snyder, NE · On-site
$17.25 - $23.50/hr
What a day in the life of a Painter at REV looks like: * Clean parts with wax and grease remover and inspect prior to painting * Prep product for final paint * Mix coatings with reducer and catalyst ...
Snyder, NE · On-site
$17.25 - $23.50/hr
What a day in the life of a Painter at REV looks like: * Clean parts with wax and grease remover and inspect prior to painting * Prep product for final paint * Mix coatings with reducer and catalyst ...
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$15.28 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$15.09 - $16.11
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The median wage is $16.86 / hr.
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$18.32 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
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A painter helper assists painters, stucco masons, and plasterers with a wide variety of tasks to help complete a project quickly and efficiently. As a painter helper, your typical duties involve applying plaster, removing old paint, and preparing the work area. You may also pour chemical solutions into stripping tanks and use power tools to clear surfaces before painting or plastering them. To become a painter helper, you typically only need relevant work experience, such as on-the-job training under the supervision of a more experienced painter. Some employers may also require a high school diploma or GED certificate and the completion of a formal training program in painting. Additional qualifications include mechanical skills to use power tools like buffers and sanders, attention to detail for mixing and matching paint colors, and the ability to execute written and oral instructions.
| Aspect | Painter Helper | Painter |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | High school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job training | High school diploma; apprenticeship or vocational training often required |
| Work Environment | Assist painters on construction sites, residential, or commercial projects | Perform painting tasks independently or under supervision in similar environments |
| Job Responsibilities | Prepare surfaces, hold materials, clean tools, assist with painting | Apply paint, stain, or coatings; surface preparation; finishing work |
The main difference between a Painter Helper and a Painter is that the Helper assists with preparatory and support tasks, while the Painter performs the actual painting and finishing work. Helpers gain experience and skills to advance to Painter roles, making this a common entry point in the painting industry.
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Subcontractor Painters Wanted — NOT Your Typical Painting Gig
Sterling Paint & Repair | Lincoln & Southeast Nebraska
We're not looking for painters. We're looking for professionals who happen to paint.
If you're used to subcontractor postings that just want a warm body with a roller, this isn't that. Sterling Paint & Repair is a small, growing company built on one goal: 100+ five-star reviews earned through genuine customer care — not just finished paint jobs. If that sounds like more than you signed up for, this role isn't for you. If it sounds like exactly what you've been looking for, keep reading.
What Makes This Different
Every subcontractor who works under the Sterling name is Sterling, as far as the customer is concerned. You're not just completing a job — you're representing our company in someone's home. We're building a reputation, one project at a time, and we need people who want that reputation to be theirs too.
Who We Want
What We Expect
How It Works
New subcontractors start with close supervision. As your skill and commitment to quality prove out, you'll earn more autonomy — and a growing role as we scale from one crew to several over the next couple of years.
