Paperhanger Jobs in Alabaster, AL

A Paperhanger is a professional who specializes in applying wallpapers, fabrics, and other materials to walls and ceilings. They are responsible for measuring surfaces, cutting wallpaper to the correct size, mixing and applying adhesive, and ensuring the wallpaper is properly aligned and smooth. They also prepare surfaces by removing old wallpaper or paint, filling cracks and holes, and sanding and priming surfaces as needed. Paperhangers play a crucial role in the construction industry, contributing to the final aesthetic and finish of a building's interior.

Important skills for a Paperhanger include attention to detail, manual dexterity, physical stamina, and a good eye for design and color. They should also have strong customer service skills, as they often work directly with clients. Certification programs, such as the Wallcovering Installers Association's Certified Paperhanger designation, can enhance a Paperhanger's credibility and demonstrate their commitment to their craft. Prior to becoming a Paperhanger, a person may have roles such as a Painter, Drywall Installer, or Construction Laborer to gain experience in the industry and develop their skills in surface preparation and finishing.

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Looking for painter

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Job Details: Kitchen Cabinets Light sanding, priming, and painting inside and out for a smooth, professional finish. Interior Walls Full-house interior painting with clean lines and even coverage....

Painter

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 7 days ago

Performs skilled painting work and installs wall coverings on a wide variety of surfaces....

Mid-Level Auto Painter

  • Bessemer, AL (15 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bessemer, AL (15 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 8 days ago

We're looking for Auto Painters with a minimum of 3 years of professional automotive painting experience to join us at Carvana - the fastest-growing used automotive retailer in U.S. history and one...

PAINTER University of Alabama, Birmingham

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 9 days ago

Performs skilled painting work and installs wall coverings on a wide variety of surfaces....

Industrial Painter

  • Bessemer, AL (15 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bessemer, AL (15 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 12 days ago

Material preparation such as sand blasting, cleaning, masking, among other techniques are required....

Wet Painter

  • Alabaster, AL
  • 22 days ago
  • Alabaster, AL
  • 22 days ago

Safely work from ladders when required for painting hard-to-reach areas or large parts....

Industrial Painter

  • Bessemer, AL (15 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Bessemer, AL (15 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 28 days ago

Painting concrete surfaces with paint finish selected by customers. Seal finished painted products. Prep and paint metal doors and door frames....

Industrial Painter

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Key Tasks and Responsibilities for Production/Automotive Painter Responsible formanuallymoving partsthrough the painting, flashing, and drying sections of the paint system [Responsible for the entire...

Painter/Sandblaster

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

Previous experience in industrial painting/sandblasting is preferred. Knowledge of Best Practices. Knowledge of general principles and practices of industrial painting. Flexibility....

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Salary for Paperhanger Jobs in Alabaster, AL

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Highest Education Level

Paperhangers in Alabaster, AL offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.8%
Bachelor's Degree
13.2%
Associate's Degree
11.6%
Some College
3.4%
Master's Degree
3.1%
Some High School
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Paperhangers in Alabaster, AL
Less than 1 year
41.2%
10+ years
21.9%
2-4 years
13.0%
1-2 years
12.5%
None
9.6%
4-6 years
1.7%


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