Painters and Decorators prepare surfaces, apply paint and other protective coatings, and apply wallpaper and other decorative finishes to buildings and objects.
What do Painters and Decorators do?
- Read specifications to determine quantities of materials required.
- Prepare and clean surfaces, 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.
- Measure, cut and apply wallpaper or fabric to walls.
- Assemble and erect scaffolding and swing stages.
- Advise customer on selection of colour schemes and choice of wall coverings.
For further details about this occupation, please see the High School Completion and Your Future in the Skilled Trades handbook. It can be found on this website under “Publications” or by clicking on http://www.saskapprenticeship.ca/PUBLICATION/High_School_Handbook/
Painter and Decorator
Trade Information.pdf
Interprovincial Journeyperson Examination Information.pdf
A Guide to Course Content.pdf
On-the-Job Training Guide.pdf
Level One Examination Information.pdf
Level Two Examination Information.pdf
Cluster 6 Entrance Assessment.pdf
Form 6A Verification of Trade Experience.pdf
