Painter Trainee

Aerotek • Mc Connellsbg, PA • 2w ago

Hiring Painter Trainees in McConnellsburg, PA

Job Description

The Painter Trainee participates in a structured training program to learn industrial spray painting and related production processes. This role involves preparing and painting parts to meet quality standards, operating an overhead crane, and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The trainee follows detailed work instructions, including reading blueprints, and develops the skills required to pass the Painter Qualification test and advance to a full-time painter role on the production floor.

This is a full-time permanent entry-level job opportunity

1st shift training for 7-weeks

Start at $17/hour during training and advance to $22.75/hour once converted to an industrial painter

2nd and 3rd shift available after training period

Sign-on bonus included

Responsibilities

Complete the Painter Qualification test with a passing score and recertify skills as required by program guidelines.

Operate an overhead crane safely to maneuver parts into position for painting and production processes.

Train and work in various production areas to support changing production demands.

Follow verbal and written work instructions accurately, including the ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Perform industrial spray painting and paint preparation tasks according to established procedures and quality standards.

Use hand tools, power tools, and mechanical assembly methods to support painting and production activities.

Measure and verify dimensions using a tape measure to ensure parts meet specifications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Prior manufacturing experience.

Mechanical experience or training in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

Any professional, educational, or hobbyist experience with painting.

Interest in learning industrial spray painting in a structured training environment.

Willingness to complete 7-10 weeks of training on 1st shift (7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.).

Flexibility to work on 2nd shift (3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.) or 3rd shift (11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.) after training.

Why Work Here?

You join a structured training program that pays you while you learn valuable industrial spray painting skills and prepares you for a stable, full-time production role. The workplace offers clear progression from trainee to full-time painter, including the opportunity to increase your pay rate after successfully completing training and passing the paint test. A sign-on bonus is available for full-time employees, with incremental payouts over the first year of employment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mc Connellsburg, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $22.75/hr.

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 Mc Connellsburg,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.

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