Apprentice Level Painter/Floor coatings

Industrial & Commercial Painter Apprentice/ Floor coating Location: Idaho Union Affiliation: Local Painters Union (IUPAT District Council) Job Type: Full-time Pay: Depends on experience, above minimum wage with scheduled increases Build a Career, Not Just a Job We're looking for a motivated, reliable Painter Apprentice ready to learn a skilled trade from the best in the business. This is a hands-on, entry-level opportunity to train alongside experienced journeypersons in industrial and commercial painting, with a strong focus on safety, craftsmanship, and union values. Through a structured apprenticeship, you'll earn a paycheck while you learn the skills that lead to a long-term, high-paying career. What You'll Do Our work centers on high-performance floor coating systems for industrial and commercial facilities, so a large part of your training will focus on surface preparation and coating application done right. You'll also support general industrial and commercial painting as needed. - Prepare concrete and other substrates for coating, including grinding, shot blasting, crack and joint repair, and moisture testing. - Mix and apply epoxy, polyaspartic, polyurethane, and urethane cement floor systems, along with primers, basecoats, and topcoats. - Broadcast and manage decorative or anti-slip media (quartz, flake, aggregate) and apply sealers and clear coats. - Apply protective coatings and finishes to walls, metal, concrete, and wood using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment. - Set up and break down containment, scaffolding, and ladders, and keep tools and equipment clean and ready. - Maintain a clean, safe work site in line with OSHA and union safety standards. - Learn to read blueprints and product specifications, and use trade tools and materials properly. - Attend required classroom instruction through the local painters union. Why Join Us - Earn while you learn. Competitive wages with scheduled raises as your skills grow. - Full union benefits. Health insurance, pension, and ongoing training. - No student debt. Your training and education are paid for through the union. - Room to grow. Advance to journeyperson and specialize in high-performance coatings, decorative finishes, or industrial applications. How to Apply - Valid driver's license required. - Pre-hire drug testing required. - Questions? Contact Kelly at 480-588-7751. After we receive your application, we'll reach out within 1 to 2 weeks.