Painter (Chilliwack)

Painter

Main dutiesPainters and decorators perform some or all of the following duties Read specifications to determine quantities of materials required Prepare and clean surfaces using methods such as scraping sanding sandblasting hydro-blasting and steam-cleaning remove old wallpaper and loose paint repair cracks and holes in walls and sandpaper and apply sealer Mix and thin paint to obtain desired colour and texture Apply paint or other materials such as stains lacquer enamel oil varnish fibreglass metal coating or fire retardant using brushes rollers or spray equipment Measure cut and apply wallpaper or fabric to walls Assemble and erect scaffolding and swing stages May advise customer on selection of colour schemes and choice of wall coverings May provide cost estimates to clients. Employment requirementsCompletion of secondary school is usually required. Completion of a three- to four-year apprenticeship program or Over three years of work experience in the trade is usually required to be eligible for trade certification. Number of opening- 1