Summary Painter in Canada
Find key facts and figures about working as a painter. The following information is applicable to all Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) (NOC 73112).
Description
Painters and decorators apply paint, wallpaper and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces of buildings and other structures. They are employed by construction companies, painting contractors and building maintenance contractors, or they may be self-employed. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
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Requirements
Post-secondary or apprenticeship
This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of less than 2 years, or more than 6 months of on-the-job training.
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Wages
$25.00/hour
Median wage in Canada
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Prospects
Varies
The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.
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Jobs
832 jobs
advertised in Canada
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Competencies
- Coordinating
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Management of Material Resources
- Quality Control Testing
- Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
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