JOB DESCRIPTION
Applying or
removing paints, oils, varnishes, watercolors, wallpaper,
wall coverings or other materials. Wall washing and
the cleaning and bleaching of all interior and exterior
walls and surfaces with liquid steam; sand blasting;
application of adhesive materials, etc. (Drywall finishing
means within the occupation of taping, texturing and
sanding.)
Reads work orders or receives instructions
from supervisor or homeowner regarding painting. Smoothes
surfaces using: sandpaper, brushes, steel wool, and
removes old paint from surfaces using; paint remover,
scraper, wire brush, or blowtorch to prepare surfaces
for painting. Fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with
caulk, putty, plaster, or other filler, using caulking
gun or putty knife. Selects premixed paints, or mixes
required portions of pigment, oil and thinning and drying
substances to prepare paint that matches specified colors.
Removes fixtures, such as pictures and electrical switch
covers from walls prior to painting, using screwdriver.
Spreads drop cloths over floors and room furnishings,
and covers surfaces, such as baseboards, doorframes,
and windows, with masking tape and paper to protect
surfaces during painting. Lifts and carries cans of
paint at job site as needed. Paints surfaces, using
brushes, spray gun, or paint rollers. Simulates wood
grain, marble, brick or tile effects. Applies paint
with cloth, brush, or sponge to create special effects.
Erects scaffolding or sets up ladders to perform tasks
above ground level. Individual does not pose a threat
to the health or safety of others or to him/herself.
This job involves climbing, balancing,
stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, and
good color vision. One may be exposed to the weather
occasionally and is frequently in the proximity of dust,
fumes, moving mechanical parts.
APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM IS INTENT TO HIRE
Applications
(for apprenticeship program) are accepted year-round
at:
Minnesota
Painting & Drywall
3205 County Drive, Suite 150
Little Canada, MN 55117
(651) 379-9606
Contact
Persons
Terri
Frauly
tfrauly@mnft.org
The apprenticeship program itself
is a 6,000-hour, 3-year program, with 144 hours or more
of related-training, offered through night courses,
each year.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must be a high
school graduate or possess a GED Certificate.
- Must
furnish copy of transcript or certificate at time
of application.
Applicant must find an employer to sponsor them prior
to acceptance into the apprenticeship program.
Tools Needed
Personal hand tools only (hammer,
screwdriver, duster, putty knife, scraper and pliers).
The employer will provide the majority of tools, such
as brushes, rollers and ladders. Cost is approximately
$120.
Transportation
Requirements
Driver’s license and
car required.
Hours
Eight (8) hours daily between 7:00 AM and 4:30.
Wages Painters
Wages are based on a percentage of Journeyman's
wage:
| Hours |
% of Journey
Level
Wage |
| 0 - 1000 |
40 |
| 1,000 - 2,000 |
45 |
| 2,000 - 3,000 |
50 |
| 3,000 – 3,500 |
55 |
| 3,500 – 4,000 |
60 |
| 4,000 – 4,500 |
70 |
| 4,500 – 5,000 |
80 |
| 5,000 – 6,000 |
90 |
TAPER AND DRYWALL APPRENTICSHIP
Note: Applicants interested in entering
the drywall and painting trade must find an employer
to sponsor them through the program prior to entrance
into the union. This particular program includes 6,000
hours/3 years of on-the-job training with a minimum
of 144 hours of related training each year.
Wages Tapers
Wages are based on a percentage of Journeyman's
wage:
| Hours |
%
of Journey
Level Wage
|
| 0 - 2,000 |
60
|
| 2,001 - 4,000 |
70
|
| 4,001 - 5,000 |
80
|
| 5,001 - 6,000 |
90
|
Union Dues
There are initiation fees and monthly membership
dues which are based on your hourly wage.
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