Tapers

Seal joints between wall boards to prepare a wall surface for painting or wallpapering.

Tapers seal joints between wall boards to prepare a wall surface for painting or wallpapering.

Wages	$39.30 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Poor
Education & Training	High School or less is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Data not available
On the Job	Work Activities Apply adhesives to construction materials. Climb equipment or structures to access work areas. Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities. Prepare surfaces for finishing. Remove excess materials from finished construction projects. Select construction materials. Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces. Apply sealants or other protective coatings. Drill holes in construction materials. Install metal structural components.
Career Pathways	Construction
Find Jobs	ZIP code Powered by MinnesotaWorks.net

 

Next Steps

• Learn about other careers in Architecture and Construction.
• Explore all careers.

 

This page includes information from the O*NET 24.2 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA.