Helpers - Painters, Paperhangers & Plasterers

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Job Description


	Help painters, paperhangers, plasterers, or stucco masons by performing duties of lesser skill. Duties include using, supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: No previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, a person can become a general office clerk even if he/she has never worked in an office before.

	Education: These occupations may require a high school diploma or GED certificate. Some may require a formal training course to obtain a license.

	Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few days to a few months of training. Usually, an experienced worker could show you how to do the job.

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Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Painters and Paperhangers

Employment prospects should be excellent due to the expected job growth, coupled with the large numbers of workers who retire or leave the occupation for other jobs. Most workers learn informally on the job as helpers, but training experts recommend completion of an apprenticeship program. Nearly one-half of all painters and paperhangers are self employed.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Helpers--painters, paperhangers, plasterers, and stucco masons
Building Finishing Contractors	12,630
Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors	980
Other Specialty Trade Contractors	470
Residential Building Construction	350
Building Equipment Contractors	160
Employment Services	100
Local Government (OES Designation)	60
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools	50
Utility System Construction	0
Nonresidential Building Construction	0

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Helpers--painters, paperhangers, plasterers, and stucco masons
Average Annual Salary	$24,300
Average Hourly Wage	$11.68
Total Employment	15,740