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painter
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The Painter uses tools, paint and materials such as plaster to change the appearance and texture of buildings, walls and other structures. Their role is preparing walls and other surfaces before painting, and mixing and applying paints, varnishes and sealants for a lasting finish. Their responsibilities are selecting the correct tools and paints for projects, buying paint, brushes and other supplies, covering exposed objects and surfaces with putty and plaster to repair cracks, obeying workplace safety rules, and keeping the workspace and tools clean.

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  • In these trades, states have different requirements for licensing and certification, some have none. Get started on these first.
  • Having any work experience helps as many hiring in this field are open to training. If you can build experience in a trade or construction that’s even better.
  • Many people in this field have their own business often as the only employee. That can lead to making more money but also comes with more risk, organization and expenses. Just getting started, it may be better to find a job with a company to build expertise.
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Avg Pay: $44K
Jobs: 0
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Avg Pay: $42K
Jobs: 11,560

Education you need to become a Painter

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  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Construction Management
    The number of occurrences matches with Painter in our database.
    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$24,321Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master Degree in Painting
    The number of occurrences matches with Painter in our database.
    Avg. Duration:24 monthsAvg. Fees:$30,903Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Theater
    The number of occurrences matches with Painter in our database.
    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$44,969Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree in Fine Art
    The number of occurrences matches with Painter in our database.
    Avg. Duration:47 monthsAvg. Fees:$34,507Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree in Painting
    The number of occurrences matches with Painter in our database.
    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,679Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree in Fine Arts
    The number of occurrences matches with Painter in our database.
    Avg. Duration:47 monthsAvg. Fees:$34,507Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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Annual Pay Estimate for Painter and Other Important Info

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10.2 years
$43K
The average years of experience in the workforce prior to having this role
2.66 years
Mixed
The average number of roles it took our users to get to this one
3
931 out of 4016

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