How do they match: Painters, Construction and Maintenance

  • 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.

  • Apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces, such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
  • Calculate amounts of required materials and estimate costs, based on surface measurements or work orders.
  • Cover surfaces with dropcloths or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting.
  • Cut stencils and brush or spray lettering or decorations on surfaces.
  • Select and purchase tools or finishes for surfaces to be covered, considering durability, ease of handling, methods of application, and customers' wishes.
  • Smooth surfaces, using sandpaper, scrapers, brushes, steel wool, or sanding machines.
  • Spray or brush hot plastics or pitch onto surfaces.
  • Wash and treat surfaces with oil, turpentine, mildew remover, or other preparations, and sand rough spots to ensure that finishes will adhere properly.

  • Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces.
  • Apply paint to surfaces.
  • Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities.
  • Prepare surfaces for finishing.
  • Protect structures or surfaces near work areas to avoid damage.
  • Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools.