**Job Title: Journeyman Painter** **Job Description** As a Journeyman Painter, you will be responsible for installing wall coverings and wallpaper in commercial spaces, preparing surfaces for optimal adhesion, and ensuring seamless application and alignment. You will handle materials and tools, inspect work for quality, collaborate with team members, apply paint and coatings, adhere to safety protocols, maintain equipment, and interact with clients to meet their expectations. **Responsibilities** + Measure, cut, and install various types of wall coverings, including vinyl, fabric, and specialty materials in commercial spaces. + Prepare walls and surfaces by removing old coverings, patching holes, and smoothing surfaces. + Select and handle wallpaper materials, adhesives, and tools appropriately. + Inspect completed work to ensure it meets company standards and client expectations. + Collaborate with other team members and contractors to complete projects on time. + Apply paint, varnish, and other coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment. + Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment. + Maintain and clean painting tools and equipment, ensuring proper storage and inventory management. + Communicate effectively with clients and project managers to understand needs and provide updates. **Essential Skills** + Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a professional painter with a focus on commercial projects. + Proficiency in various painting techniques, including brush, roller, and spray application. + Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality finishes. + Understanding of different types of paints, coatings, and surface materials. + Familiarity with color theory and mixing. + Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy equipment and working at heights. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Relevant certifications in painting and safety practices are preferred. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills. + Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team. **Why Work Here?** We offer up to a 15% SEP, comprehensive health insurance coverage, Aflac, and a $20,000 life insurance policy covered by the company. Our commitment to employee well-being and development makes us an excellent choice for those seeking stability and growth. **Work Environment** The work environment includes commercial spaces where you will use painting tools and equipment. You must adhere to safety protocols and use personal protective equipment. Expect to work collaboratively with team members while managing your tasks independently. Dress code is professional, suitable for physical tasks involved. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Mankato, Minnesota. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $40000.00 - $68000.00/yr. Up to 15% SEP Health Insurance covered by company Aflac 20,000 life insurance company covered **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Mankato,MN. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on May 26, 2025. **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.