Position title
Construction Painter - (NOC 73112)
Description

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.

Responsibilities

Job duties

Here are some of the main activities and tasks that Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) have to perform, and some of the physical demands they involve:

 

  • 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.

Workplaces and employers

Here are the typical workplaces where Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) are employed and some of their main characteristics:

  • Painting contractors
  • Self-employment
  • Building maintenance contractors
  • Construction companies
Qualifications

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • Completion 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.
  • Trade certification for painters and decorators is compulsory in Quebec and available, but voluntary, in all other provinces and the territories.
  • Red Seal endorsement is also available to qualified painters and decorators upon successful completion of the interprovincial Red Seal examination.
Employment Type
Full-time
Beginning of employment
ASAP
Duration of employment
Permanent
Industry
Painters and decorators
Job Location
Fort Mcmurray, Alberta, Canada
Working Hours
9 AM TO 5 PM
Base Salary
$18.50/hr-$21.22/hr Per hour
Date posted
May 1, 2025
Valid through
May 31, 2025
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