Dayton Building and Construction Apprenticeship Council

Painters

Painters prepare interior and exterior surfaces of buildings, bridges, water towers, and other structures. They use materials such as varnishes, lacquers, enamels, and other types of coatings. They must be able to operate sand blasters, water blasters, and other types of machinery. The Painter's trade also includes drywall taping and the application of wall covering.

How do I prepare for the trade?

The following will be helpful to have completed courses in or possess the following skills:

	Good reading ability
	General math ability
	Able to lift 60 pounds
	Good Blueprint reading ability

How do I qualify?

	At least 18 years old
	High school education or GED
	Have a valid drivers license
	Have transportation

What are the program specifics?

	Length of program is 4 years
	Minimum of 144 hours of classroom instruction each year
	1500 hours of on-the-job training each year
	Starting pay is 55% of journeyman wage

Where do I apply or receive additional information?

Steve Wells

Painters District 12/Local Union 249

200 Kovach Drive

Cincinnati, OH 45215

Phone: (513) 221-7990

Fax: (513) 221-7955