Painter
- Classification
- Occupation
- Skill level
- 3
- Major group
- Technicians and Trades Workers
Classification
- Major group
- 3Technicians and Trades Workers
- Sub-major group
- 36Building Completion and Related Trades Workers
- Minor group
- 361Floor Finishers and Painters
- Unit group
- 3612Painters
Description
Applies paint, varnish, wallpaper and other finishes to protect, maintain and decorate surfaces of buildings and structures.
Alternative titles
- Painter and Decorator
Specialisations
- House Painter
- Spray Painter (Non-industrial)
Unit group
3612 · PaintersDescription
Apply paint, varnish, wallpaper and other finishes to protect, maintain and decorate surfaces of buildings and structures.
Skill level
Australia
3
Occupation skill level 3
Tasks
Tasks include
- Prepares surfaces by removing old paint and filling holes and cracks, and covers surfaces with drop cloths or masking tape to protect surrounding areas
- Selects and mixes paints and stains to achieve desired colour and texture
- Applies paint, varnish, wallpaper and other finishes using brushes, rollers, sprayers or other tools
- Smooths and sands surfaces between coats of paint or varnish, and inspects finished work to ensure quality and adherence to client specifications
- Collaborates with clients to determine colour schemes and finishes, and estimates materials and labour costs for painting projects
Occupations in this unit group
Sources
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/browse-classification/3/36/361/3612
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/data-downloads/OSCA%20Category%20Descriptions.xlsx
