Immediate Opening: Painter

Company: Aerotek
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Painters Needed – Steady Work year-round Job Description Perform painting functions for residential and commercial clients, specializing in both new construction and existing buildings. The majority of work involves interior walls, but also includes exterior painting. Projects are within a 40-mile radius of Milwaukee, utilizing brushes, rollers, and spray guns to apply various paint coatings to industrial and commercial facilities. Responsibilities Perform painting tasks using brushes, rollers, and spray guns, specifically HPLV Airless Sprayers, on large industrial projects. Prepare surfaces accurately, including cleaning, sanding, and priming. Apply expert knowledge of different painting techniques and materials. Ensure smooth, even finishes with keen attention to detail. Follow safety procedures and use protective gear properly. Read and interpret blueprints or specifications for accurate project execution. Manage time effectively to meet project deadlines. Adapt to working on ladders, scaffolding, or in tight spaces, requiring physical stamina and dexterity. Communicate effectively with clients and other contractors. Solve problems and adapt to unexpected challenges on the job. Essential Skills 1 years of painting experience. 1 year of commercial painting experience. Proficiency in painting techniques, including airless spraying, brush and rolling, and cutting in without tape. Experience in job site prep work and clean up. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with multi-family buildings. Experience with office environments. Effective communication skills. Problem-solving abilities. Why Work Here? Join one of the largest non-union painting companies that undertakes union-sized projects, offering a stable work environment with plenty of overtime opportunities. We foster a long-standing relationship with our contractors, with the potential for full-time conversion. With projects ranging from a week to six months, predominantly focused on interior work, you can enjoy year-round employment. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Allis, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $26.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in West Allis,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 24, 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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.

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