Paints the inside and outside of homes and buildings.
You tape, patch, and prime walls, then roll and cut in paint so neatly the client is amazed.
BLS May 2024 median about $50k.
No formal education, about 0 years after high school. On-the-job training; union apprenticeships available.
Ways in: On-the-job training, Apprenticeship. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Growing about average (about 2% over 10 years).
Low risk in 5 years, medium in 10. Interior spray robots are entering large commercial jobs; homes, trim, prep and repairs stay hands-on painting work.
Age 16+. One way to start: Apply to house painting companies (many hire students for summer), or paint fences for neighbors
Classes: Art, Chemistry, Construction CTE.
Official data: O*NET occupation 47-2141.
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