Painter
Paint walls, equipment, buildings, bridges, and other structural surfaces, using brushes, rollers, and spray guns. May remove old paint to prepare surface prior to painting. May mix colors or oils to obtain desired color or consistency.
At a Glance
Painter earns an average of $47,224/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 1.8–2.2 years. Top skills: Painting, Valid Driver's License, Communication.
$47,224/yr
High school or GED
1.8–2.2 years
23
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Painters, Construction and Maintenance
Median Wage
$48,660/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+3.8%
Education
No formal educational credential
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (18)
Painting
Lacquer
Process Improvement
Lifting Ability
Power Tool Operation
Advisory Circular
Abrasion
Carpentry
Refinishing
Calculations
Woodworking
Trauma Care
Fiberglass
Facility Repair And Maintenance
Maintenance Scheduling
Caulking
Color Matching
Harmonized Systems
Common Skills (11)
Communication
Professionalism
Operations
Management
Arithmetic
Sales
Tenacity
Organizational Skills
Certifications (1)
Valid Driver's License
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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