Paperhanger Jobs in California

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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Journeyman Body Shop Technician / Painter

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 30+ days ago

process including finish matching, painting, mixing, tinting and blending....

Painter

  • Olympic Valley, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Olympic Valley, CA
  • 2 hours ago

tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting Fill cracks, holes, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives Remove fixtures such as pictures,...

Maintenance Painter

  • CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • CA
  • 2 hours ago

To do all kinds of finish painting....

Hiring Painters

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Top-Tier Residential Painting Services in San Diego About PB Painting: PB Painting is a high-quality residential painting company based in San Diego, CA, known for honest, punctual, and professional...

Hiring Painters

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Top-Tier Residential Painting Services in San Diego About PB Painting: PB Painting is a high-quality residential painting company based in San Diego, CA, known for honest, punctual, and professional...

Local Journeyman Painters Needed

  • Cathedral City, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Cathedral City, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Looking for full time preps, rollers & sprayers. -Must have transportation & VALID work authorization (Will be needing a copy of SS card) - Must have a minimum of 1 year experience. -Monday -...

Experienced painter

  • West Covina, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • West Covina, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Now hiring Experienced Painters for full time position Must have experience in Interior/exterior, residential, commercial. Experience in skim coating, drywall installation or framing is a plus,...

Painter - experienced

  • Fresno, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Painter/prepper (mask, prep surfaces, brush and roll with precision) needed with 3 or more years experience in high production commercial and residential projects....

Hiring Apprentice Painters

  • San Diego, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 22 hours ago

un Hiring Apprentice Painters (San Diego) compensation: $18-20/hr Do you have experience painting? We are looking for several candidates who have residential or commercial painting experience....

Painter

  • Fontana, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Fontana, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Responsibilities Utilize HVLP spray gun for painting doors. Perform high-quality painting and finishing work. Conduct masking and taping to prepare surfaces for painting....

Painter

  • El Sobrante, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • El Sobrante, CA
  • 1 day ago

Trim, brush, roll and masking and prep.experience needed. Thank you ... Attention this post is for a Painter to help out with all aspects of the job. I do not need a foreman or a lead guy....

Painters

  • Woodland, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodland, CA
  • 1 day ago

Position Available: Experienced Painters Must have 3+ years of experience in residential and/or commercial painting. Strong knowledge of surface prep, Masking, brush and roll techniques....

JOURNEYMAN PAINTER - Must Have 5+ Years of Experience

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 1 day ago

Ace Top Quality Painting, a local family-owned painting contractor based in Sonoma County, is looking for EXPERIENCED Journeyman Painters....

Join Our Painting Team Work with Color, Care, and Purpose Transformational Color is a high-quality, heart-centered painting company based in Santa Cruz County....

Painter Needed Tennis Court Painting

  • Cedar Ridge, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Ridge, CA
  • 1 day ago

Location: Grass Valley, CA Requirements: Experience painting tennis or sport courts. Must provide your own equipment and materials (unless discussed otherwise)....

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Salary for Paperhanger Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Paperhangers in California offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.9%
Bachelor's Degree
13.2%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
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 California
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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