Painter
Apply paint, varnish and special coatings to the surfaces of buildings and other structures.
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Sep 2023
The trade is extremely gratifying and provides a sense of accomplishment for a 'job well done.'
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationReal Estate & Property
The good thingsMy role in painting requires me to understand all aspects of paints suited to the task at hand. This means knowing the condition of the substrate and the scope of preparation and repair that may be r...
The challengesIt typically requires a second vehicle - at least a utility or preferably a van to contain all the painting tools, products, drop sheets, ladders, etc. Quite often, you are required on an 'emergency'...
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Nov 2018
I love watching paint dry
Reviewer's QualificationCertificate III in Painting and Decorating
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationPainting
The good thingsPainting is a great skill to acquire, there will always be work in this industry and it’s easily enjoyed, you can travel with the skills you learn , as a painter you often find yourself doing bits of ...
The challengesIt can be difficult at times, for example you could be rolling a wall with low sheen , your pressing to hard with the roller head and it begins to leave a tail, if you don’t lay the paint of properly ...
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