Traveling Journeyman Painter

Job post summary

Date posted: October 10, 2026

Pay: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour

Job description:

Job Title: Traveling Journeyman Painter
Location: Vancouver, WA 98661 (home base; travel to project sites required)
Compensation: $30–$38 per hour, plus per diem
Employment Type: Full-time, year-round

About Us

Diverse Works is a busy commercial painting and coatings company serving the Portland–Vancouver area and projects across the region. We're hiring experienced journeyman painters who like to travel and want steady, year-round work with a team that supports their growth.

What You'll Do

• Travel to commercial and large construction job sites, often for multi-day or multi-week stretches
• Prep surfaces, apply coatings, and spray paint large surfaces efficiently and cleanly
• Work closely with crew members and site leads to keep projects on schedule
• Represent the company professionally with clients and general contractors
• Bring and maintain your own hand tools

What You Bring

• At least 5 years of verifiable commercial painting experience
• Strong spray skills; airless sprayer experience preferred
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly for out-of-town projects
• Reliable, insured transportation
• Solid work ethic, good time management, and a team-first attitude
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Eligibility to work in the United States

What We Offer

• $30–$38 per hour, based on experience, plus per diem
• Overtime opportunities
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance
• Consistent, year-round work
• Training and room to advance

Schedule

• 8- or 10-hour shifts
• Day, night, and weekend shifts depending on the project
• Travel schedules vary by job

How to Apply

Click Apply to submit your resume and contact information. We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Commercial Painting: 5 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person