Painter Helper

Job Title: Painter Helper

Job Description

The Painter Helper supports the production of high-quality signs by preparing surfaces for painting, assisting with fabrication and assembly tasks, and helping to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient shop environment. This role is hands-on and physical, and it offers opportunities to learn paint preparation, spraying, and other industrial production skills while working closely with experienced team members.

Responsibilities

• Sand and prepare signs and components to ensure surfaces are ready for painting.

• Tape and mask surfaces accurately before paint application to protect non-painted areas.

• Move and position large or heavy signs and materials throughout the shop in a safe and controlled manner.

• Inspect surfaces prior to painting to confirm they are properly prepared and meet quality standards.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including regular cleanup of dust, debris, and materials.

• Assist painters and other production team members with daily tasks and projects as needed.

• Prime and/or paint signs using spray equipment when qualified and authorized to do so.

• Safely work around paint booths, spray guns, paint mixers, and other production equipment, following all safety procedures.

• Support fabrication, assembly, and construction-related tasks as directed by the production team.

• Accurately use a tape measure to mark, measure, and verify dimensions for production work.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform hands-on, physical work for extended periods.

• Capability to safely move and handle larger materials and heavy signs within the shop.

• Strong attention to detail when preparing, masking, and inspecting surfaces for paint.

• Willingness to learn new production and painting techniques and follow instructions carefully.

• Comfort working around industrial equipment such as paint booths, spray guns, and mixers.

• Basic ability to use a tape measure accurately for measurements and layout.

• Entry-level candidates are welcome to apply, with a strong work ethic and reliability.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in automotive paint preparation, auto body work, painting, sanding, or industrial production is preferred.

• Experience using spray guns or applying primer is a plus.

• Comfort working in a shop setting with paint and production equipment.

Why Work Here?

You join a production team that values reliability, learning, and craftsmanship in a busy shop environment. There is overtime available, offering opportunities to increase earnings and gain additional hands-on experience. The workplace encourages entry-level candidates to grow their skills in paint preparation, spraying, and industrial production, providing a solid foundation for long-term career development.

Work Environment

This role is based in a production shop environment that focuses on sign fabrication and finishing. You work around paint booths, spray guns, paint mixers, and other industrial equipment, following established safety procedures. The work is hands-on and physical, involving sanding, masking, moving, and positioning large or heavy materials. The environment requires attention to detail, consistent cleanliness, and organization of the work area. Overtime may be available depending on production needs, and you can expect a practical, task-focused atmosphere centered on quality and efficiency.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Myers, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Fort Myers,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 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.