Painter and Decorator - Tradeability

Painter and Decorator – Branch 1, Residential & Commercial Trades Qualification and Apprenticeship Act
Voluntary Trade

Designated Red Seal Trade Trade Code 404C
NOC 7294

Description

Read and interpret blueprints, specifications and other instructions to determine quantities of the materials required
Prepare and clean surfaces using methods such as scraping, sanding, sand-blasting, hydro-blasting and steam-cleaning; remove old wallpaper and loose paint; repair cracks and holes in walls, apply sealer
Mix and thin paint to obtain desired colour and texture
Apply paint or other materials, such as stains, lacquer, enamel, oil, varnish, fiberglass, metal coating or fire retardant using brushes, rollers or spray equipment
Measure, cut and apply wallpaper or fabric to walls
Assemble and erect scaffolding and swing gates
Advise customer on selection of colour schemes and choice of wall coverings
Be able to prepare surfaces in industrial applications
Provide cost estimates to clients

You are comfortable working on ladders much of the time
You may be required to work in cramped areas or at considerable heights
You may work outside at various times of the year and experience a considerable range of environmental conditions
You can work bending down, stretching from side to side and often with your arms over your head
You have the stamina to be on your feet for long periods of time
You work with attention to detail
You are in good physical condition
Review the Essential Skills profile for additional qualities required http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/workplaceskills/essential_skills/general/home.shtml

Journeypersons work for small, medium and large companies in the residential, industrial, commercial and institutional sectors or indirectly for those companies through contractors
Many painters own their own business
Painters work in union and non-union environments

The minimum entry for apprenticeship is Grade 10; however, Grade 12 is recommended with courses in Visual Arts, Mathematics and Entrepreneurship
Several colleges offer two year co-op programs in Interior Decorating, continuing education (certificate) programs which may be beneficial
Completion of a 3 year apprenticeship program at 2,000 hours per year is required
If you have completed 6,000 hours of on the job experience/training but have not completed the apprenticeship program you may be eligible to challenge the Certificate of Qualification

Trade Related Programs

Humber College – North Campus
Etobicoke ON www.humber.ca

Apprenticeship Training

Ontario Industrial & Finishing Skills Centre
130 Toro Road
Toronto ON M3J 3M9
416-635-7300 www.oifsc.com/

Apprentices will be paid at least the Employment Standards Act (ESA) with wages increasing from 30% to 60% of that of a journeyperson
Wages 1 range from $12 – $14 for junior apprentices and $25 – $30 for journeypeople, excluding overtime

Employers who employ first, second and third year apprentices can apply for the Apprenticeship Training Tax Credit
Employers who employ first and second year apprentices can apply for the Apprenticeship Job Creation Tax Credit
Apprentices are able to apply for the Apprenticeship Incentive Grant
Apprentices may also be able to apply for the Tradesperson’s Tools Tax Deduction
Apprentices who complete their apprenticeship and earn their Certificate of Qualification are eligible for the Apprenticeship Completion Grant