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Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers
Job Information
Paint, coat, or decorate articles such as furniture, glass, plateware, pottery, jewelry, toys, books, or leather.
Information
- About 2 out of 3 jobs are in manufacturing establishments.
- Most workers acquire their skills on the job; training usually lasts from a few days to several months, but becoming skilled in all aspects of painting can require 1 to 2 years of experience and training.
- Overall employment is projected to grow.
- Good job prospects are expected for skilled workers with painting experience.
Statistics
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Personality | I'm hands on |
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Salary | $25,660/yr ($12.83/hr) |
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Job Outlook | Average |
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Education | High School diploma |