Paperhanger Jobs in Iowa

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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$500 Bonus $40hr Handy Mover Cleaner Demo Labor Helper Painter & More

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

, painting job, painting work, house painting, residential painting, commercial painting, industrial painting,, journeyman painter, master painter, apprentice painter, painting crew, painting team,...

Painter

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities General painting work Ability to perform general maintenance functions to support the building. Respond to assigned codes. All other duties as assigned....

Industrial Painter

  • Newton, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Newton, IA
  • 3 days ago

Newton, IA What you'll do: Spray and apply hand-held application of coatings May use hand tools to clean or prepare interior and exterior product surfaces May train in surface preparation through blast...

Commercial Painter

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 5 days ago

Commercial Painter (Des Moines) Quick Steel Fabrication, Inc 1976 NE Broadway Ave compensation: $19.00 employment type: job title: Painter Painter needed for commercial material - beams, columns,...

Painter

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 7 days ago

Cuts and sets glass and reputties windows and may perform plastering duties. Assists in directing the work of apprentices....

Industrial Painter

  • Monticello, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Monticello, IA
  • 9 days ago

. + 1+ years of industrial painting experience. + Basic understanding of shop math and ability to read blueprints. + Proven ability to operate painting equipment. + Strong problem analysis and resolution...

Industrial Painter, 1st Shift

  • Riceville, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Riceville, IA
  • 9 days ago

.** **Minimum Qualifications:** + Six months of industrial painting experience + Able to read checklists, paint codes, safety logs, and other required documents + Able to proficiently paint in a single...

Painter/Vinyl Hanger

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 9 days ago

Commercial, industrial, painting. Tools/equipment used include, but are not limited to, brush and roller, sprayer, scissor lift, caulk gun, vinyl pasting machine, and power washer and lift....

Painter

  • Davenport, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 9 days ago

**Job Scope:** + Roll, Brush, Spray Paint + Residential & Commercial Interior & Exterior Painting + Some Industrial Painting **Requirements:** + Basic Tools for the Trade & Painters Whites + Proper...

Painter I

  • Milford, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Milford, IA
  • 11 days ago

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Set up and operate the powder painting operation. Spray powder coated paint following common industry practices....

Industrial Painter

  • Manchester, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Manchester, IA
  • 12 days ago

High School Diploma or GED. 1+ years of industrial painting experience. Basic understanding of shop math and ability to read blueprints. Proven ability to operate painting equipment....

2nd Shift Painter

  • Oelwein, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Oelwein, IA
  • 12 days ago

and industry specifications. + Prepares equipment for painting and blasting restoration, tapes and mask equipment, mixes paint and color matches. + Inspects finished product for overall quality and...

Rough Coat Painter - 3rd Shift

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 15 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Operate spray guns, positioning parts and gun to direct spray coating onto parts Monitor painting operations to identify flaws, verify correct color, texture, and quality specifications...

Industrial Painter 2nd Shift

  • Greeley, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Greeley, IA
  • 15 days ago

** + 1 + years' experience in painting, proven ability to utilize paint equipment + Ability to read blueprints, specifications, and follow procedures + Detail oriented with attention to quality, basic...

Painter residential subs

  • Hiawatha, IA
  • 17 days ago
  • Hiawatha, IA
  • 17 days ago

Prepare surfaces (scraping, sanding, power washing, masking, caulking, priming). Apply paint, stain, or coatings using brushes, rollers, or sprayers. Maintain a clean and safe job site....

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Salary for Paperhanger Jobs in Iowa

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Paperhangers in Iowa 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
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Paperhangers in Iowa
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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