Painting Apprenticeship

1 week ago


Vancouver, Canada International Union of Painters and Allied Trades DC38 Full time

**Start Your Career in Painting Get your Red Seal**
**Apprentice Commercial Painter | Full-Time | Lower Mainland**

Are you looking for a real career path—not just a job? Whether you're just getting started or already have some experience, **IUPAT District Council 38** can help you build a future in the skilled trades.

We're hiring **Apprentice Commercial Painters** to work on commercial and residential new construction and repaint projects throughout the **Lower Mainland**.

Why Start With Us?
- Earn **$21-$27 per hour + 10% Vacation Pay**, with scheduled raises every 6 months based on apprenticeship hours
- **Reduced tuition costs** - we sponsor your apprenticeship through **SkilledTradesBC.**:

- **Free union-provided safety training**, including WHMIS, Fall Protection, Aerial Lift and more.
- **Trade Entry Program****:

- June 2025** available for new entrants, including hands-on skills training and access to a discounted tool kit.
- A clear pathway to achieve your **Red Seal Certification.**:

- **Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits** for you and your family
- Access to a **union pension plan** with employer-paid contributions
- **Mentorship** from experienced tradespeople committed to your success
- **Membership Recognition Events** (new members & graduates)

What You’ll Do
- Prepare and paint interior and exterior surfaces using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment
- Follow site instructions, paint specifications, and safety procedures
- Clean and maintain painting equipment and tools
- Work at various construction sites across the Lower Mainland
- Wear required personal protective equipment and adhere to site safety protocols
- Contribute to a positive team environment and learn on the job

What We’re Looking For
- Entry-level or early-stage painters (0-2 years of experience)
- Must be available for full-time work in the Lower Mainland
- Valid work permit, Permanent Residency, or Canadian Citizenship required
- Applicants with prior painting experience may be prioritized for immediate placement
- Applicants without experience will be eligible for our Trade Entry Program to help launch their apprenticeship.

Your Future Starts Here

This is your opportunity to start a rewarding, hands-on career in a trade that offers stability, advancement, and long-term benefits.

Pay: $21.29-$29.03 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Commercial construction: 1 year (preferred)
- Commercial painting: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person


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