Construction and Maintenance Painters

Paint a wide variety of surfaces, including walls, equipment, buildings, bridges, and other surfaces.

Construction and Maintenance Painters paint walls, equipment, buildings, bridges, and other surfaces. They use brushes, rollers, and spray guns. They may remove old paint before applying new paint.

Wages	$25.49 per hour on average
Demand	High Demand
Outlook	The outlook is Good
Education & Training	High School or less is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Data not available
On the Job	Work Activities Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements. Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities. Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities. Prepare surfaces for finishing. Protect structures or surfaces near work areas to avoid damage. Apply decorative or textured finishes or coverings. Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces. Apply paint to surfaces. Apply sealants or other protective coatings. Assemble temporary equipment or structures.
Career Pathways	Construction
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