Paint & Finishing Technician

Job Title: Paint & Finishing Technician

Job Description

The Paint & Finishing Technician performs professional painting, surface preparation, finishing, and related construction support activities on commercial, industrial, hospitality, retail, multifamily, and light construction projects. This role ensures that all interior and exterior surfaces are properly prepared and finished to meet high-quality standards and project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare interior and exterior surfaces through cleaning, sanding, scraping, patching, caulking, masking, and priming.

• Repair drywall imperfections, minor wall damage, and surface defects prior to painting to ensure smooth, uniform finishes.

• Protect surrounding areas, fixtures, equipment, and finished surfaces from paint, dust, and debris throughout the project.

• Verify that all surfaces are properly prepared to achieve professional-quality finishes that meet project requirements.

• Apply paints, primers, stains, sealers, and specialty coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.

• Produce consistent, high-quality finishes that comply with established specifications and quality standards.

• Match paint colors and finishes as required to achieve the desired aesthetic and design intent.

• Complete detailed finish work on trim, doors, cabinetry, architectural features, and specialty surfaces.

• Inspect completed work, identify deficiencies, and correct issues prior to project completion.

• Assist with drywall repairs, finish carpentry, punch-list work, and general construction activities as needed.

• Coordinate work with project managers, field supervisors, subcontractors, and other trades to support project schedules and workflow.

• Load, unload, transport, and organize materials, tools, and equipment to and from job sites.

• Maintain assigned tools, equipment, vehicles, and work areas in clean, safe, and working condition.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in commercial painting, industrial painting, finishing, or related construction trades.

• Strong knowledge of surface preparation techniques, including cleaning, sanding, scraping, patching, caulking, masking, and priming.

• Demonstrated experience in paint application using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.

• Basic drywall repair and patching skills to address minor wall damage and imperfections.

• Ability to safely work from ladders, scaffolding, and elevated work platforms.

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on commercial, industrial, hospitality, healthcare, or multifamily construction projects.

• Experience operating airless spray systems and specialty coating equipment.

• Ability to coordinate effectively with project teams, subcontractors, and other trades.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality finishes.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and professionalism while offering the opportunity to work on a variety of commercial and construction projects. You will develop and refine your technical skills in a supportive environment that encourages collaboration, reliability, and pride in quality work.

Work Environment

This role involves working in both indoor and outdoor environments with varying weather conditions. You will be exposed to dust, paint fumes, noise, and typical construction-related surroundings. The position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing, as well as driving between project locations when needed. Appropriate work attire is expected to support safety, practicality, and readiness for active construction and painting tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Severance, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Severance,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.