Primary Duties

• Prepare surfaces by sanding, cleaning, scraping, and masking prior to finishing 
• Assist with applying:
  • Paint (walls, ceilings, trim)
  • Stains, sealers, varnishes, and specialty finishes 
• Help mix paints and stains to achieve correct color and consistency
• Support finishing work on:
  • Cabinets, furniture, doors, and woodwork (shop or onsite)
• Load/unload materials and maintain tools and jobsite organization
• Tape off areas, cover fixtures, and protect surfaces during work
• Inspect and touch up finished work to meet quality standards
• Follow all jobsite safety standards

Typical Work Environment

• Mixed:
  • Residential & commercial job sites (field work)
  • Shop finishing facility (spray booths, staining area)
• Use of brushes, rollers, and spray equipment
• Exposure to paints, stains, dust, and fumes

Qualifications

• Entry-level to 2+ years in:
  • Painting, staining, or construction labor
• Ability to:
  • Lift materials and work on feet all day
  • Use hand and power tools
• Strong attention to detail (critical for finishing work)
• Willingness to learn:
  • Color matching, staining techniques, and coatings

Key Skills

• Surface preparation (sanding, patching, masking)
• Basic painting & coating application
• Attention to detail and consistency
• Teamwork and reliability