Painter Jobs in Arlington, TX
Painters find steady work across Arlington, from new-home finish work on D.R. Horton subdivisions to commercial repaints, apartment turns, and industrial coatings in the Great Southwest Industrial District. With constant residential construction and a large rental market in Tarrant County, both residential and commercial painters stay busy, and skilled sprayers and industrial coating applicators command premium pay.
Current painter Openings in Arlington, TX
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Top Arlington Employers Hiring Painters
These companies regularly hire painters across Arlington and Tarrant County:
- CertaPro Painters - residential and commercial painting across DFW.
- D.R. Horton - finish painting on new residential construction.
- The Beck Group - commercial interior finish and painting.
- Apartment management companies - unit turns and property maintenance painting.
- Local painting contractors - residential repaints and commercial jobs.
- Industrial coating companies - protective coatings for the industrial district.
Painter Salaries in Arlington
- Entry level (helper or new painter): about $15 to $19 per hour
- Experienced (skilled residential/commercial painter): about $20 to $27 per hour
- Senior (industrial coatings or lead painter): about $27 to $36 per hour
These are estimates that vary by specialty, employer, and whether pay is hourly or by the job. Industrial coatings and skilled spray applicators earn the most, and many Arlington jobs add overtime, and some contractors add benefits and truck or tool allowances.
How to Become a Painter in Arlington
Texas does not license painters, so most learn on the job starting as helpers and advancing as they master prep, brushwork, rolling, and spraying. Tarrant County College offers construction trades coursework, and the local Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) chapter runs craft training. Industrial coating work often requires additional safety training and certifications (such as SSPC or NACE for protective coatings), and an OSHA 10 card is expected on commercial sites.
What the Job Involves
Painters prepare surfaces, patch and sand, tape and mask, and apply paint and coatings with brushes, rollers, and sprayers. In Arlington that ranges from finishing new homes and commercial interiors to turning apartments and applying protective coatings on industrial equipment. The work involves ladder and lift work, attention to detail, and physical stamina for repetitive motion and time on your feet.
Skills Employers Look For
- Surface prep, patching, and masking
- Brush, roller, and spray technique
- Color matching and clean lines
- Knowledge of primers, coatings, and finishes
- Ladder and lift safety
- Reliability and attention to detail
Career Path and Advancement
Arlington painters typically start as helpers, advance to skilled painters, then to crew lead and foreman. From there, many move into estimating or project management with contractors like CertaPro, and some start their own residential or commercial painting businesses. Painters who specialize in industrial and protective coatings can earn the highest wages in the trade.
Related Careers in Arlington
If painting interests you, these related Arlington trades are also hiring:
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need a license to be a painter in Arlington?
No. Texas does not license painters. Industrial coating work may require certifications like SSPC or NACE, and many commercial sites expect an OSHA 10 safety card, but general painting requires no state license.
How long does it take to become a painter in Arlington?
You can start as a helper immediately. Becoming a skilled painter who can prep, cut in, and spray independently typically takes one to two years on the job, faster with craft training through ABC or Tarrant County College.
What is the overtime pay for painters in Arlington?
Most Arlington painting jobs pay time-and-a-half after 40 hours. Commercial projects on deadline and apartment turn work during busy leasing seasons often provide steady overtime.
Can you do painting work remotely in Arlington?
No. Painting is hands-on work performed on-site at homes, buildings, and industrial facilities. Only roles like estimating or color consulting can be partly remote.
Which Arlington employer pays painters the most?
Industrial coating companies typically pay the most for certified applicators, while skilled commercial painters and crew leads with contractors like Beck or CertaPro also earn at the top of the range.
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