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How a painter (construction and maintenance) can use AI, task by task

O*NET 47-2141.00: Painters, Construction and MaintenanceMedian pay $49,400/year (BLS, May 2025)17 tasksJob Zone 2: Some preparation

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.

Type your own title and every prompt on this page updates to match. Also called: Building Trades Painter, Commercial Painter, Facilities Painter, Highway Painter, House Painter, Industrial Painter, Maintenance Painter, Painter, Professional Painter, Texturer.

Where AI fits in this job

AI-ready 4%AI-assist 12%Stays human 83%

Share of the job's tasks, weighted by how important and how frequent each task is (O*NET ratings). 1 AI-ready, 2 AI-assist and 14 human-led tasks out of 17. This measures where AI can help, not whether the job will disappear.

Information & paperwork
Thinking & planning
People & communication
Leading & teaching
Hands-on & physical

Shape of the job: importance of each kind of work activity (O*NET, 1 to 5).

🗓 Start here on Monday

The most frequent, most important tasks where AI can help right away.

  1. Read work orders or receive instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements.Read & digest · Daily
  2. Calculate amounts of required materials and estimate costs, based on surface measurements or work orders.Plan & schedule · Weekly
  3. Select and purchase tools or finishes for surfaces to be covered, considering durability, ease of handling, methods of application, and customers' wishes.Look into it · Monthly

💪 Lean into these

Core tasks that stay human. These skills get more valuable as the routine work gets automated.

  1. Cover surfaces with dropcloths or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting.Hands-on work · Daily
  2. Fill cracks, holes, or joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives.Hands-on work · Daily
  3. Smooth surfaces, using sandpaper, scrapers, brushes, steel wool, or sanding machines.Hands-on work · Daily

Skills to build & where you could move ↓

AI can draft these 1

AI produces a usable first pass. You review it, fix it and own it.

Calculate amounts of required materials and estimate costs, based on surface measurements or work orders.

Weekly

AI drafts the plan, schedule or checklist for you to adjust.

Show prompt & steps

Describe the goal, the people and the constraints, and AI drafts the plan, schedule or checklist. You adjust it to what you know about real life on the ground.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to calculate amounts of required materials and estimate costs, based on surface measurements or work orders.

Context: We use Turtle Creek Software Goldenseal and On Center Quick Bid; the work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Project: [construction, solar install]
Measurements: [areas, quantities]

Estimate materials, equipment and crew with waste factor. Lay it out as a table with steps, owner, timing and what could go wrong, then list the decisions I still need to make.

10-minute exercise: Materials estimate

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you calculate amounts of required materials and estimate costs (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Project] and [Measurements] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Cross out anything that won't work on the ground and ask AI to revise with your corrections. Recompute every total yourself.

AI doesn't know your people, your site or your history. Treat its plan as a starting point to react to.

Double-check every number. AI can make arithmetic and rounding mistakes.

Importance 3.6/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Estimate materials requirements for projects.. Also involves: Estimate construction project costs..

AI can help you prep these 2

AI speeds up the prep, drafting or thinking. The core of the task is still yours.

Read work orders or receive instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements.

Daily

AI gives you a first-pass summary; you still read the key parts.

Show prompt & steps

AI can pull out the key points and questions to look for. Use it as a first pass, then look closely yourself.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to read work orders or receive instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Blueprint or spec notes: [type the dimensions, callouts, notes and revision]
Job: [what I'm building, installing or calibrating]

List the work requirements: dimensions, materials, tolerances, code references and inspection points. Flag anything that looks inconsistent or missing from the notes.

10-minute exercise: Read a print for work requirements

Step 1Take the print or spec for an upcoming job.
Step 2Type the key callouts into [Blueprint or spec notes] and describe the [Job].
Step 3Check every number against the drawing itself. AI only sees what you typed.

Remove names and private details before pasting, and check your employer's rules on what you can share with AI tools.

Importance 4.5/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements..

Select and purchase tools or finishes for surfaces to be covered, considering durability, ease of handling, methods of application, and customers' wishes.

Monthly

AI gets you up to speed; confirm findings with records or people.

Show prompt & steps

AI can get you up to speed fast and suggest where to look, but you need to confirm findings against real sources, records or people.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to select and purchase tools or finishes for surfaces to be covered, considering durability, ease of handling, methods of application, and customers' wishes.

Context: We use Evergreen Technology Total Faux; the work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Job: [painting, well service, construction]
Conditions: [surfaces, obstacles]

Recommend tools or equipment with reasons. Give sources I can check and say clearly when you're unsure.

10-minute exercise: Equipment selection

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you select and purchase tools or finishes. Leave out names and identifying details.
Step 2Fill in [Job] and [Conditions] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Open two of the sources it gives and confirm the key claim before you use it.

AI can invent sources and citations. Open every link and confirm it says what the AI claims.

Importance 3.1/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Select construction equipment.. Also involves: Order construction or extraction materials or equipment..

These stay human 14

They need your hands, your presence or your accountable judgment. Lean into them: they get more valuable as routine work is automated.

📏 Measured in this job (O*NET work context): Standing: continually or almost continually · Face-to-face discussions: every day · Using hands on tools and objects: continually or almost continually · Contact with others: contact with others most of the time

Cover surfaces with dropcloths or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting.

Daily

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to cover surfaces with dropcloths or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Job: [glazing, concrete, masonry]
Nearby surfaces: [floors, furniture, structures]

Make a protection checklist. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Protect the work area

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you cover surfaces (today).
Step 2Fill in [Job] and [Nearby surfaces] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.6/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Protect structures or surfaces near work areas to avoid damage..

Fill cracks, holes, or joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives.

Daily

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to fill cracks, holes, or joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Surface: [plaster, floor covering]
Damage: [describe]

List patching, drying and sanding steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Patching plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you fill cracks, holes and joints (today).
Step 2Fill in [Surface] and [Damage] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.5/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces..

Smooth surfaces, using sandpaper, scrapers, brushes, steel wool, or sanding machines.

Daily

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to smooth surfaces, using sandpaper, scrapers, brushes, steel wool, or sanding machines.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Surface: [stone, floor]
Tools: [sanders, grits]

List grit sequence and dust control. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Abrasive smoothing

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you smooth surfaces (today).
Step 2Fill in [Surface] and [Tools] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.2/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools..

Apply paint, stain, varnish, enamel, or other finishes to equipment, buildings, bridges, or other structures, using brushes, spray guns, or rollers.

Daily

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to apply paint, stain, varnish, enamel, or other finishes to equipment, buildings, bridges, or other structures, using brushes, spray guns, or rollers.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Surface: [walls, bridges, equipment]
Finish: [type]

Estimate quantity, list prep and application steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Painting plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you apply paint (today).
Step 2Fill in [Surface] and [Finish] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check coverage and recoat times on the data sheet.

Importance 4.5/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Apply paint to surfaces..

Erect scaffolding or swing gates, or set up ladders, to work above ground level.

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to erect scaffolding or swing gates, or set up ladders, to work above ground level.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Structure: [scaffold, framework, props]
Load and height: [describe]

List erection steps, inspections and tagging. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Scaffold or temporary structure

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you erect scaffolding or swing gates (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Structure] and [Load and height] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Have a competent person inspect it before use.

Importance 4.1/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Assemble temporary equipment or structures..

Apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces, such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.

Daily

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces, such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Surface: [floor, concrete]
Finish: [what goes on]

List prep steps and checks. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Surface prep checklist

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you apply primers or sealers (today).
Step 2Fill in [Surface] and [Finish] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 3.9/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Prepare surfaces for finishing..

Remove fixtures such as pictures, door knobs, lamps, or electric switch covers prior to painting.

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to remove fixtures such as pictures, door knobs, lamps, or electric switch covers prior to painting.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Job: [glazing, concrete, masonry]
Nearby surfaces: [floors, furniture, structures]

Make a protection checklist. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Protect the work area

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you remove fixtures (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Job] and [Nearby surfaces] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 3.5/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Protect structures or surfaces near work areas to avoid damage..

Wash and treat surfaces with oil, turpentine, mildew remover, or other preparations, and sand rough spots to ensure that finishes will adhere properly.

Monthly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to wash and treat surfaces with oil, turpentine, mildew remover, or other preparations, and sand rough spots to ensure that finishes will adhere properly.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Surface: [floor, concrete]
Finish: [what goes on]

List prep steps and checks. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Surface prep checklist

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you wash and treat surfaces.
Step 2Fill in [Surface] and [Finish] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 4.0/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Prepare surfaces for finishing.. Also involves: Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities..

Remove old finishes by stripping, sanding, wire brushing, burning, or using water or abrasive blasting.

Monthly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to remove old finishes by stripping, sanding, wire brushing, burning, or using water or abrasive blasting.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Surface: [painting, brick, artwork]
Contaminants: [dust, soot, accretions]

List cleaning methods and tests. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Surface prep routine

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you remove old finishes.
Step 2Fill in [Surface] and [Contaminants] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 3.5/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities..

Mix and match colors of paint, stain, or varnish with oil or thinning and drying additives to obtain desired colors and consistencies.

Monthly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to mix and match colors of paint, stain, or varnish with oil or thinning and drying additives to obtain desired colors and consistencies.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Material: [mortar, grout, refractory]
Job conditions: [temperature, area, application]

List mix proportions, water amount, working time and curing notes. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Mortar or grout mix

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you mix and match colors of paint.
Step 2Fill in [Material] and [Job conditions] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 3.1/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities..

Waterproof buildings, using waterproofers or caulking.

Monthly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to waterproof buildings, using waterproofers or caulking.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Surface: [brickwork, floor]
Product: [sealant, coating]

List prep, coats and cure times. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Sealant application

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you waterproof buildings.
Step 2Fill in [Surface] and [Product] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check the data sheet for cure times before traffic.

Importance 3.2/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Apply sealants or other protective coatings..

Polish final coats to specified finishes.

Monthly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to polish final coats to specified finishes.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Surface: [stone, floor]
Tools: [sanders, grits]

List grit sequence and dust control. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Abrasive smoothing

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you polish final coats.
Step 2Fill in [Surface] and [Tools] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 3.1/5 · O*NET work activity: Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools..

Use special finishing techniques such as sponging, ragging, layering, or faux finishing.

A few times a year

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to use special finishing techniques such as sponging, ragging, layering, or faux finishing.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Surface or item: [wallboard, woodwork, presentation]
Finish: [describe]

List prep and finishing steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Finishing touches plan

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you use special finishing techniques.
Step 2Fill in [Surface or item] and [Finish] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Inspect under good light before calling it done.

Importance 3.3/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Apply decorative or textured finishes or coverings..

Cut stencils and brush or spray lettering or decorations on surfaces.

A few times a year

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to cut stencils and brush or spray lettering or decorations on surfaces.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Material: [carpet, vinyl]
Room: [layout]

Plan seams and cuts. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Carpet or vinyl cutting

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you cut stencils.
Step 2Fill in [Material] and [Room] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

Importance 2.7/5 · O*NET work activity: Cut carpet, vinyl or other flexible materials.. Also involves: Apply decorative or textured finishes or coverings..

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Skills to build

From O*NET's ratings of how important each skill is in this job, matched to which part of the work it supports.

With AI Use these to work with AI

When AI does the first draft, these are the skills you use to brief it and check what comes back.

  • Active Listeningimportance 3.0/5
    Used in: Getting Information
  • Critical Thinkingimportance 3.0/5
    Used in: Getting Information
  • Reading Comprehensionimportance 2.8/5
    Used in: Getting Information
  • Judgment and Decision Makingimportance 2.8/5
    Used in: Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Where you could move

Related jobs from O*NET with the closest skill profile, favouring ones where more of the work stays human. No step down in preparation.

New tasks appearing in this job

O*NET has started tracking 2 new or updated tasks here: 0 AI-ready, 0 AI-assist, 2 stays human. They have no worker ratings yet, so they aren't counted in the bar above.

Clean tools and equipment, such as brushes and rollers.

New in O*NET

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to clean tools and equipment, such as brushes and rollers.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Equipment: [press, brushes, machines]
Specs: [lubrication, cleaning]

List cleaning and lubrication steps. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Production equipment cleaning

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you clean tools and equipment.
Step 2Fill in [Equipment] and [Specs] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

New O*NET task (07/2014). O*NET hasn't linked it to work activities yet, so its label comes from similar tasks, such as “Clean and maintain tools and equipment.” (Weatherization Installers and Technicians), and was checked by hand. O*NET work activity: Clean production equipment.. Also involves: Clean equipment or facilities.; Maintain production or processing equipment..

Hang wallpaper.

New in O*NET

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a painter (construction and maintenance). Part of my job is to hang wallpaper.

Context: The work draws on building and construction and customer and personal service.
Job: [carpentry, carpet, assembly]
Materials: [describe]

Make a measuring and cut list. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Measure for install

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you hang wallpaper.
Step 2Fill in [Job] and [Materials] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

New O*NET task (07/2014). O*NET hasn't linked it to work activities yet, so its label comes from similar tasks, such as “Measure and cut strips from rolls of wallpaper or fabric, using shears or razors.” (Paperhangers), and was checked by hand. O*NET work activity: Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly.. Also involves: Apply decorative or textured finishes or coverings.; Cut carpet, vinyl or other flexible materials..

Getting into this job

High school diploma is most common (49% of workers)

  • High school or less 65%
  • Certificate or some college 33%
  • Graduate degree 2%
  • On-the-job training: 3–6 months
  • Related experience: 1–2 years

What workers in this job report, from O*NET surveys (typical values). Some of these estimates are lower precision.

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