Apprentice Painter / Painter Helper

Taylorsville, UT
Part Time to Full Time
Student (High School)

About the role

Fresh Coat Painters is hiring an Apprentice Painter / Painter Helper to join our team in the Taylorsville / Salt Lake Valley area. This role starts part-time (20–25 hours/week) and is designed to grow into a full-time position after ~6 months for the right person.

We focus on careful prep, clean lines, and no mess left behind—and we’ll train you to do the work the right way.

Pay & growth

  • $18/hour starting
  • Raises at 30/90 days based on attendance, coachability, and quality
  • Additional pay increases as you hit skill milestones (prep, patching, cut-ins, rolling, sprayer basics)
  • Conversion opportunity: after ~6 months, strong performers may move into full-time hours based on performance, workload, and your availability.

Hours & schedule

  • Part-time: typically 20–25 hours/week
  • Mostly weekday daytime (some Saturdays as needed)

What you’ll do

  • Protect customer spaces (floors, furniture, landscaping)
  • Prep surfaces (scrape, sand, patch, caulk)
  • Mask/tape and set up clean work areas
  • Roll walls/ceilings and assist with trim work
  • Learn cut-ins and finishing techniques
  • Clean up daily and leave sites spotless
  • Load/unload tools and materials

What we’re looking for

  • No experience required (painting experience is a plus)
  • Reliable and on-time—every shift
  • Comfortable working on ladders and standing for long periods
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Respectful in customers’ homes and around businesses

Why you’ll like it here

  • Paid training in a real trade
  • Clear expectations and supportive leadership
  • Consistent part-time work
  • A clear path to full-time for top performers

Equal Opportunity

Fresh Coat Painters is an equal opportunity employer. We value a respectful, team-first work environment.

Apply today and tell us your availability—we’re ready to train the right person.

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