Responsibilities

• Prepares surfaces and applies stain, paint or other materials for decorative or protective purposes to wood, metal or other surfaces of internal or external structures or equipment
• Determines surface peculiarities, use and environment of surfaces, and types of paint or stain required for different applications
• Conforms to safety and health standards
• Representative Activities include:
  • Prepares and cleans surfaces for painting by removing old finish, sanding, and applying fillers and sealers.
  • Selects and mixes paints to obtain desired texture and color.
  • Selects, requisitions, and stores materials in appropriate quantities.
  • May do window glazing.

Profile

• Typically requires skills acquired through completion of a two to three year apprenticeship program or equivalent work experience, and instruction from more experienced painters.