What Would I Do?

You apply paint, wallpaper, fabric and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces of buildings and other structures.

Your duties can include:

• read specifications to estimate the amount of paint/materials required
• prepare and clean surfaces by scraping, sanding, power washing and steam-cleaning
• remove old wallpaper and loose paint
• repair cracks and holes in walls, sandpaper and apply sealer
• mix and thin paint to get desired colour and texture
• apply paint or other materials using paint brushes, rollers or spray guns
• measure, cut and apply wallpaper or fabric to walls
• set up scaffolding and swing stages
• advise customers on colour selection, paint finishes and choice of wall coverings

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