Painters, Construction and Maintenance
SOC Code: 47-2141 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Paint walls, equipment, buildings, bridges, and other structural surfaces, using brushes, rollers, and spray guns. May remove old paint to prepare surface prior to painting. May mix colors or oils to obtain desired color or consistency.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Painters, Construction and Maintenance. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $42,307 | $56,784 | $71,282 | $85,758 |
| Kankakee, IL | $42,120 | $56,347 | $70,574 | $84,802 |
| Vallejo, CA | $48,464 | $59,613 | $70,741 | $81,890 |
| Kahului-Wailuku, HI | $55,203 | $63,669 | $72,155 | $80,621 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $40,851 | $54,101 | $67,330 | $80,579 |
| Rockford, IL | $42,099 | $54,725 | $67,371 | $79,997 |
| Alaska nonmetropolitan area | $59,218 | $65,520 | $71,843 | $78,146 |
| Urban Honolulu, HI | $49,358 | $58,802 | $68,245 | $77,688 |
| Fairbanks-College, AK | $47,861 | $57,637 | $67,413 | $77,189 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $50,856 | $59,592 | $68,328 | $77,064 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Time Management | 3.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 2.9 | |
| Coordination | 2.9 | |
| Monitoring | 2.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.8 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 2.8 | |
| Service Orientation | 2.4 | |
| Speaking | 2.4 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.2 |
| Building and Construction | 3.0 |
| Administration and Management | 2.9 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.8 |
| Chemistry | 2.7 |
| Transportation | 2.6 |
| Education and Training | 2.6 |
| Production and Processing | 2.6 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 48.7% |
| Some college | 33.1% |
| Less than high school | 16.3% |
| Other | 1.9% |
Typical Tasks
- Cover surfaces with dropcloths or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting.
- Fill cracks, holes, or joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives.
- Apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces, such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
- Apply paint, stain, varnish, enamel, or other finishes to equipment, buildings, bridges, or other structures, using brushes, spray guns, or rollers.
- Calculate amounts of required materials and estimate costs, based on surface measurements or work orders.
- Read work orders or receive instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements.
- Erect scaffolding or swing gates, or set up ladders, to work above ground level.
- Remove fixtures such as pictures, door knobs, lamps, or electric switch covers prior to painting.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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