Painters, Construction and Maintenance
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.
Education & Training
Percentage of workers at each education and training level
Education Level
Prior Experience Needed
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Training Provided After Hiring
How long it typically takes to learn on the job
How AI Impacts Each Task
21 tasks analyzed
Fill cracks, holes, or joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives.
Cover surfaces with dropcloths or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting.
Smooth surfaces, using sandpaper, scrapers, brushes, steel wool, or sanding machines.
Read work orders or receive instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements.
Apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces, such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fill cracks, holes, or joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives. | - | - | - |
| Cover surfaces with dropcloths or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting. | - | - | - |
| Smooth surfaces, using sandpaper, scrapers, brushes, steel wool, or sanding machines. | - | - | - |
| Read work orders or receive instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements. | - | - | - |
| Apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces, such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$48,660
per year
Mean Wage
$53,710
per year
Employment
224K
workers
Wage Range
$36,680 - $76,550
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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