Painter
Apprentices
Protect and decorate surfaces of buildings and structures
As a painter, you apply paints, varnishes and stains to surfaces using brushes, rollers and sprays for a clean and professional application. You may also hang wallpaper, matching patterns and trimming edges.
Work is indoors or outdoors at residential and commercial buildings. You may get to work with customers on colour selection and styles.
Average Annual Salary
$71,290*
A typical day may involve
- Constructing scaffolding and ladders and placing drop sheets to prevent paint splatter
- Removing old paint and wallpaper, fixing woodwork, filling holes and cracks, and sealing surfaces
- Mixing paints to required colours
- Cleaning equipment and work areas
- Applying paint and decorative paint finishes
It helps to be good at
- Physical tasks
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Working at heights
Qualifications /
pathway options
- Cert III Painting and Decorating
- Apprenticeship
You may be able to work in
- Construction
- Home improvement
*Average salary taken from ATO on 16/11/2022
Need more information?
Contact our apprenticeship team today to find out more about becoming an apprentice with Master Builders SA