Paperhangers
On the Job
Paperhangers cover walls or ceilings with decorative wallpaper. They may also hang advertising on surfaces, like walls or billboards.
Physical Demands
This career requires time standing, walking, or running.
Typical Work Tasks
People who work in this career often:
- Apply adhesives to construction materials.
- Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities.
- Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities.
- Prepare surfaces for finishing.
- Remove worn, damaged or outdated materials from work areas.
- Apply decorative or textured finishes or coverings.
- Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces.
- Apply sealants or other protective coatings.
- Assemble temporary equipment or structures.
- Cut carpet, vinyl or other flexible materials.
Typical Working Conditions
- Using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
- Wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, or life jackets.
- Freedom to make decisions without supervision.
- The freedom to determine tasks, priorities, and goals.
- Meeting strict deadlines.
- Frequent contact with others.
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