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What Does a Painter & Decorator Do?
What Are the Working Conditions?
How is the Training Structured?
What are the Application Requirements?
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*Statistics retrieved from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Painters apply paint, stain, varnish and other finishes to buildings and other structures. They select the right paint or finish for the surface to be covered, taking into account durability, ease of handling, method of application and customer’s wishes. Painters first prepare the surfaces to be covered, so that the paint will adhere properly. This may require removing the old coat of paint by stripping, sanding, wire brushing, burning, scraping, or water and abrasive blasting. Painters also wash walls and trim to remove dirt and grease, fill nail holes and cracks, sandpaper rough spots and brush off dust. On new surfaces, they apply a primer or sealer to prepare the surface for the finish coat. Painters also mix paints and match colors, relying on knowledge of paint composition and color harmony. They also cover walls and ceilings with decorative wall coverings made of paper, vinyl or fabric.
Painters and paperhangers stand for prolonged periods. Their jobs also require a considerable amount of climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling and reaching with arms raised overhead often on scaffolding, ladders, and working at heights. Painters often work outdoors but seldom in wet, cold or inclement weather. Painters wear masks to reduce exposure to hazardous materials or paint fumes when working in areas with poor ventilation. Much of the work is done alone requiring independent thinking, safety awareness and ability to communicate with the customer. Special equipment is often used; such as equipment for welding, for use while scaffolding, on booms and lifts.
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| Committee Name | Contact This Committee: | OR Contact Your BAS Representative: |
|---|---|---|
| ABC of Wisconsin |
5330 Wall St. Madison, WI 53718 Phone: (608) 244-6056 Fax: (608) 244-2401 |
Kathy O'Sullivan Jane Kramer |
| Madison Area Painting & Decorating JAC |
1571 Ivory Dr Sun Prairie, WI 53590 Phone: (608) 834-1690 Fax: (608) 834-0044 |
Mary Pierce |
| Committee Name | Contact This Committee: | OR Contact Your BAS Representative: |
|---|---|---|
| ABC of Wisconsin |
5330 Wall St. Madison, WI 53718 Phone: (608) 244-6056 Fax: (608) 244-2401 |
Kathy O'Sullivan |
| Madison Area Painting & Decorating JAC |
1571 Ivory Dr Sun Prairie, WI 53590 Phone: (608) 834-1690 Fax: (608) 834-0044 |
Mary Pierce |
| Committee Name | Contact This Committee: | OR Contact Your BAS Representative: |
|---|---|---|
| ABC of Wisconsin |
5330 Wall St. Madison, WI 53718 Phone: (608) 244-6056 Fax: (608) 244-2401 |
Jane Kramer Mary Harrington |
| Kenosha Area Painting & Decorating JAC |
P.O. Box 510308 New Berlin, WI 53151 Phone: (262) 657-1287 |
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| Madison Area Painting & Decorating JAC |
1571 Ivory Dr Sun Prairie, WI 53590 Phone: (608) 834-1690 Fax: (608) 834-0044 |
Mary Pierce |
| Milwaukee Area Painting & Decorating JAC |
P.O. Box 510308 New Berlin, WI 53151 Phone: (262) 657-1287 |
Hafeezah Ahmad |
| Racine Area Painting & Decorating JAC |
3003 39th Avenue Rm102 Kenosha, WI 53144 Phone: (262) 657-0988 |
| Committee Name | Contact This Committee: | OR Contact Your BAS Representative: |
|---|---|---|
| ABC of Wisconsin |
5330 Wall St. Madison, WI 53718 Phone: (608) 244-6056 Fax: (608) 244-2401 |
Kathy O'Sullivan |
| Madison Area Painting & Decorating JAC |
1571 Ivory Dr Sun Prairie, WI 53590 Phone: (608) 834-1690 Fax: (608) 834-0044 |
Mary Pierce |
The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics maintains information on all occupations. For more information on the Painting and Decorating trade in the United States, visit:
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos209.htm
Sources: Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards Position Descriptions,
Apprenticeship in Wisconsin Handbook