1

Sign Painter Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Painter

Weymouth, MA · On-site

$38.36/hr

Provides support as needed for production, procurement and/or installation of signage. Minimum Work Experience Five (5) to ten (10) years' painting, preferably in a hospital setting. ESSENTIAL ...

Spray Painter

Owings Mills, MD · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Assists in Quality Control - confirms signage paint and paint colors conforms to work order specifications * Works independently or as part of the overall production team. * Works overtime and ...

Painter

Weymouth, MA · On-site

$38.36/hr

Provides support as needed for production, procurement and/or installation of signage. Minimum Work Experience Five (5) to ten (10) years' painting, preferably in a hospital setting. Compensation Pay ...

PAINTER I

Indio, CA · On-site

$18.75 - $25.50/hr

May do simple lettering and sign painting * Will review and verify work requests daily for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance performing the work required and will turn in completed work orders ...

PAINTER I

Indio, CA · On-site

$18.75 - $25.50/hr

May do simple lettering and sign painting * Will review and verify work requests daily for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance performing the work required and will turn in completed work orders ...

PAINTER I

Indio, CA · On-site

$18.75 - $25.50/hr

May do simple lettering and sign painting * Will review and verify work requests daily for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance performing the work required and will turn in completed work orders ...

Painter

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$20/hr

About Us At ASI Signage Innovations, we specialize in creating high-quality architectural signage ... We are looking for a skilled Painter to join our production team and contribute to our reputation ...

Painter

Ambler, PA · On-site

$17 - $25/hr

Painters & Painter Apprentices Includes:$500 sign-on bonus, 2 weeks PTO, Health & Dental Insurance, Profit Sharing, and more! No experience required--just a great attitude and willingness to learn!

Painter

Ambler, PA · On-site

$17 - $25/hr

Painters & Painter Apprentices Includes:$500 sign-on bonus, 2 weeks PTO, Health & Dental Insurance, Profit Sharing, and more! No experience required--just a great attitude and willingness to learn!

Painter

Mount Airy, NC · On-site

$15.75 - $21.25/hr

The position of Painter is responsible for prepping and painting signs, sign faces and cabinets. DUTIES * Ability to Paint Aluminum, Steel, or Plastic * Properly prep a variety of substrates for ...

Painter I

Boston, MA · On-site

$19.75 - $27.25/hr

... up signs and barricades; reading instructions on lay-outs; removing and placing glass; drilling ... Operate road-line painting machines and sand blasting equipment Plaster ceilings and walls Clean ...

PAINTER

Mc Cordsville, IN

$17 - $23.25/hr

... other sign components using proper spray techniques • Ensuring proper color match, coverage ... paint defects prior to release to the next production stage • Maintaining paint guns, spray ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Sign Painter information

See salary details

$14

$23

$28

How much do sign painter jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for sign painter in the United States is $23.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical work environments and clients a Sign Painter can expect to work with?

Sign Painters often work both indoors and outdoors, creating signage for a variety of clients, including small businesses, large corporations, and local government agencies. The environments can range from workshops and studios to on-site locations, such as storefronts or construction sites. Collaboration is common with graphic designers, business owners, and project managers to ensure the finished sign meets client specifications and branding requirements. Flexibility and adaptability are key, as project scopes and working conditions can vary greatly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sign Painter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sign Painter, you need strong artistic ability, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of color theory, often supported by a portfolio or relevant training in graphic arts. Familiarity with design software (such as Adobe Illustrator), various paints, brushes, and lettering techniques, as well as safe use of ladders and scaffolding, is typically required. Creativity, patience, and effective communication with clients are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure that sign painters can create visually appealing, durable, and accurate signage that meets client needs and withstands environmental conditions.

What is a sign painter called?

A sign painter is a professional who creates signs by hand or with painting tools, often specializing in lettering, design, and color application. They may also be referred to as signwriters or commercial artists, and typically use brushes, paints, and stencils to produce visual signage for businesses and public spaces.

What is the highest paid painting job?

Sign painters with specialized skills, such as those working on large commercial projects or historic restorations, tend to earn higher wages. Mastery of techniques, experience, and working with high-profile clients or companies can also increase earning potential in the painting industry.

What jobs make $3,000 a day?

Sign painters typically do not earn $3,000 a day; their income depends on project size and experience. High-earning jobs that can reach this level include specialized roles such as surgeons, corporate lawyers, or successful entrepreneurs, often requiring advanced skills, certifications, or significant business ownership. These roles usually involve high demand, expertise, and sometimes a flexible or demanding schedule.

What is the difference between Sign Painter vs Graphic Designer?

AspectSign PainterGraphic Designer
CredentialsTypically no formal certification, but apprenticeship or vocational training commonBachelor's degree in graphic design or related field often required
Work EnvironmentHands-on, physical work often outdoors or in workshopsOffice or digital workspace, primarily computer-based
Industry UsageUsed mainly in signage, advertising, and storefrontsUsed across marketing, branding, digital media, and print

Sign painters focus on creating physical signs through hand-painting or traditional methods, often working outdoors or in workshops. Graphic designers develop visual concepts primarily using digital tools for various media. While both roles involve visual communication, sign painters emphasize craftsmanship in physical signage, whereas graphic designers work mainly in digital environments for broader media applications.

What Does a Sign Painter Do?

As a sign painter, you use a brush, paint, stencils, sprayers, and other equipment to help create custom signs for clients. Since you typically paint images or letters by hand, you often use several kinds of brushes and various colors to customize each sign according to specifications. You typically work in a workshop, using work orders, sketches, or blueprints to guide your painting. Other duties and responsibilities include preparing the surface of the sign before painting and adding laminate or other protection afterward. In this role, you may be asked to climb up to signs to paint or to repair existing signage.

What are sign painters?

Sign painters are skilled artisans who design, create, and paint signs by hand for businesses, events, and various public or private spaces. They use techniques such as lettering, illustration, and decorative painting on surfaces like wood, glass, metal, and walls. While digital printing has become common, many people still appreciate the unique, handcrafted quality and craftsmanship that sign painters provide. Their work often involves both artistic talent and precise technical skills.

What are the duties of a sign painter?

A sign painter is responsible for designing, creating, and applying signs using paints, brushes, and lettering techniques. They prepare surfaces, select appropriate materials, and ensure the signs are visually appealing and durable, often working with clients to meet specific design requirements. Attention to detail and knowledge of lettering styles and safety procedures are essential in this role.
What cities are hiring for Sign Painter jobs? Cities with the most Sign Painter job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Sign Painter jobs? The most popular types of Sign Painter jobs are:
What states have the most Sign Painter jobs? States with the most job openings for Sign Painter jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Sign Painter jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Sign Painter jobs are:
What are popular job titles related to Sign Painter jobs? For Sign Painter jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:
Infographic showing various Sign Painter job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 84% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 3% Contract, 2% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,328 per year, or $23.2 per hour.
Painter

$38.36/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


South Shore Health rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 52 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

158th of 881 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Job Description Summary

Has primary responsibility for the Planned (PM) and Corrective Maintenance of the SSH Physical Plant building's interior and exterior services. Applies paint, varnish, stain, wall cover and other finishes to decorate and protect interior and exterior surfaces, equipment and furniture of hospital facilities. Preps surfaces and applies coats of paint, stains and other surface coatings to decorate and protect interior and exterior surfaces, trimmings and fixtures, using paint brushes, rollers, scrapers and heat sources. Provides support as needed for production, procurement and/or installation of signage. Minimum Work Experience Five (5) to ten (10) years’ painting, preferably in a hospital setting.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential functions are those tasks, duties and responsibilities that comprise the means of accomplishing the job's purpose and objectives. Essential functions are critical or fundamental to the performance of the job. They are the major functions that the person in the job is held accountable for. Following are the essential functions of the job.
* Use this to denote if a function does not provide opportunity to perform beyond "Meets Expectations"
1. Performs Physical Plant preventative maintenance (PM).
a. "Perfect Room" program rooms are completed in a timely fashion with no more than two (2) minor call-back Work Orders per room.
b. Maintains an average "turn around" on "Perfect Rooms" in two or less days.
c. Reports delays or unusual occurrences or problems to supervisor.
d. Exercises good judgment in keeping the Physical Plant Supervisor and Manager, Engineering Services informed of any deviations from proper operating conditions.
e. All work is documented in Automated Engineering Service Work Request Database.
f. All Work Order Requests are properly filled out to include all over-time and call-in activity, all roper Cost Centers/Department and Project Numbers, Action Taken and processed in a timely manner.
2. Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the unit.
a. Makes repairs to Physical Plant buildings and grounds. Working from Work Order Requests, completes all daily corrective maintenance assignments, documents all work in automated Engineering Services Work Request Database and as applicable, on time cards, as it relates to cost centers and updates supplies/materials requests forms.
b. Working as a Physical Plant "Team", refurbishes 90% of all rooms identified for the Perfect Rooms Program per year.
c. Working as a Physical Plant "Team", completes assigned "Building of the Month" Work Order Requests.
3. Performs other duties as assigned.
a. Works cooperatively and productively with other Hospital maintenance shops on multifaceted or major jobs. Stages work to be done and performs painting responsibilities around other shops' work schedule.
b. Performs refinishing duties on woodwork, metal, doors, windows and other surfaces. Paints unpainted and previously painted walls, ceilings, woodwork, furniture and fixtures according to instructions and assigned work orders.
c. Assists in coordinating all painting activity with other departments and work site occupancy.
d. May be needed to assist in maintain the safety and security of SSH&EC facilities during: "CODE RED", "CODE BROWN", "CODE GREEN", "CODE BLUE" and other emergencies. Response to codes is prompt and appropriate.
e. Develops material lists for job orders and purchase requisitions and processes them through proper department procedures.
f. Has the ability to maintain the above equipment and to accept the maintenance responsibilities of the assigned work requests.
g. Performs duties of the department within his/her capabilities as assigned by the Physical Plant Supervisor and the Manager, Engineering Services.
h. Assists with loading, unloading and proper storage of supplies.
4. Provides support as needed for production, procurement and/or installation of signage.
a. Operates sign making equipment to produce lettering for existing signage system maintenance and new signs, applying sign lettering to backers and installs sign systems as per SSH&EC sign standards and renovation needs.
b. All signage, paint/covering selections are made and performed in accordance with Facilities Management, Project Groups and Interior Design Committee standards and protocol.
c. Assists in coordinating all signage activity with other departments and work site locations.
5. Must be eligible for overtime status. Is able to work reasonable extended hours to accomplish priority repairs and to fill-in for disaster, vacation or illness coverage.
a. Is usually available for O.T. support during normal extended work situations, project deadline needs and emergency conditions such as weather emergencies.
6. Makes decisions on equipment and material needs to successfully complete a job. Responsible for following standard safety requirements, taking adequate precautions to protect adjacent hospital equipment, furniture and other items and maintain work area in clean and safe condition. Moves furnishings, when necessary, to gain access to area and complete painting tasks. Completes the thorough cleaning of brushes, rollers and spray equipment when job is finished.
a. Paints unpainted and previously painted walls, ceilings, woodwork, furniture and fixtures according to instructions and assigned work orders.
b. Assembles and rigs all ladders and platforms as required.
c. Maintains desired texture and consistency of paint by thinning when necessary.
d. Applies primer or sealing coat first, as needed before painting.
e. Uses hand brush, roller or spray gun to apply paint on a variety of different surfaces.
f. Applies final finish coat follows prescribed drying period.
g. Performs refinishing duties on woodwork, metal, doors, windows and other surfaces.
h. Applies appropriate stain to seal surface and proper finish to obtain brightness and insure durability.
i. As directed, applies wall covering such as wallpaper or vinyls, preparing surfaces to be covered using proper methods and techniques.
7. Performs duties of the department within his/her capabilities as assigned by the Physical Plant Supervisor and the Manager, Engineering Services.
a. Readily accepts changes in assignments and completes by deadline.
b. Remains clear of other department's areas except in the performance of specified duties.
c. Displays the ability to follow written and verbal instructions and is productively engaged throughout the work day.
8. Accepts responsibility for the safety of department employees.
a. Accepts responsibility for ensuring a safe work site as it relates to his/her work and its impact to surrounding areas. This includes use of amo-guns, working overhead, use of proper safety equipment, securing of tools in patient areas, etc.
b. Demonstrates knowledge in and observes/uses safety precautions and safe working practices even if this requires wearing a hard hat respirators, safety glasses, cap, gown, proper footwear, chemical goggles, splash shield or other safety apparel, and utilizes SSH&EC and department lock out - tag out procedures.
c. Demonstrates the ability to maintain assigned equipment and to accept the maintenance responsibilities of the assigned work requests.
d. Operational duties are performed using proper tools and equipment, and records of the necessary data are made on proper forms/work orders and, as applicable, in log books.
e. Exercises good judgment in keeping the Physical Plant Supervisor and Manager, Engineering Services informed of any deviations from proper operating conditions.
f. Displays the ability to follow written and verbal instructions and is productively engaged throughout the work day.
9. Working from Work Order Request forms, verbal instructions or detailed specifications, diagrams, sketches or plans, coordinates activities with other hospital trade sections to expedite work, reads blueprints and specifications.
a. From own knowledge of field methods, uses proper techniques and materials as required to accomplish work, complies with standards applicable to the work.
b. Possesses and demonstrates knowledge, understanding and ability to work independently in determining proper techniques used in prepping and sealing surfaces, selecting stains and paints, selecting colors that are compatible with SSH&EC standards.
c. Demonstrates the ability to work within set standards when painting signs, furniture and fixtures.
d. Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may provide guidance and leadership to "helper" nonexempt personnel, co-workers and other department personnel as well as contractors and suppliers.
e. Must be able to keep productively engaged at all times and work with a minimal amount of supervision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Cont.)
I. Technology and Learning
a. Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.
b. Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Non-essential functions are those tasks, duties and responsibilities that are not critical to the performance of the job. Following are non-essential functions of the job, along with the corresponding performance standards.
1. Other duties as required.
2. Makes additions and alterations to Physical Plant buildings and grounds typically during installation of new equipment, relocation of departments/offices, minor renovations and projects.
3. Makes alterations to Physical Plant buildings and grounds. Working from Work Order Requests, sketches and verbal instructions, completes all daily maintenance assignments, documents all work in automated Engineering Service Work Request Database and as applicable on time cards, as it relates to cost centers and updates supplies/material request forms.
4. Performs other duties as assigned.
5. Maintains and rotates stock to ensure adequate supply and product quality.
6. Orders appropriately and in a timely manner, calculates quantity of material needed and develops materials lists for painting projects (Per room, building of the month, etc.) to include materials, supplies and tools.
7. Assists with the loading, unloading and proper storage of supplies typically paint trade related.
8. Assists in limited snow removal and sanding operations. Is expected to assist in limited snow removal and sanding/salting of hospital grounds to maintain a safe environment and assist outside contracted services in removal of snow.
Must possess a general knowledge of physical plant - maintenance tasks and duties, including light carpentry and general mechanical repairs. Must demonstrate advanced levels of applied technique and workmanship. Must interact and perform work in a professional manner.


What South Shore Health employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom


South Shore Health logo

About South Shore Health

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

South Shore Health is a leading provider of health services in South Weymouth, Massachusetts, US. As an integrated health system, the company has a broad offering ranging from primary and specialty care, home health and hospice services, to preventive and emergency care. Founded over a century ago, South Shore Health initially operated as a single hospital but has since morphed into a health network of providers and facilities for comprehensive care. The company's mission is to benefit the community by providing easily accessible, top-quality health services with an emphasis on wellness and prevention.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

South Weymouth, MA, US

Year founded

1922

Social media