Painting and Decorating Workers

Paint or decorate articles such as glass, pottery, jewelry, or books.

Painting and Decorating Workers paint, coat, or decorate a wide variety of products, including furniture, glass, dishes, toys, jewelry, books, or leather.

Wages	$19.52 per hour on average
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 Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products. Attach decorative or functional accessories to products. Cut fabrics. Fill cracks, imperfections, or holes in products or workpieces. Heat material or workpieces to prepare for or complete production. Immerse objects or workpieces in cleaning or coating solutions. Melt metal, plastic, or other materials to prepare for production. Position patterns on equipment, materials, or workpieces. Inspect finishes of workpieces or finished products. Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
Career Pathways	Production
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