APPRENTICESHIP

Painters and Decorators – Commercial and Residential apply paint, wallpaper and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces of buildings and other structures. They prepare and clean surfaces, remove old wallpaper and loose paint, repair cracks and holes in walls, and sandpaper and apply sealer.

Experienced workers who have not completed an Ontario apprenticeship but have equivalent qualifications or experience in their trade can use the Trade Equivalency Assessment Process.

Academic entry grade
Grade 10
On-the-job training
5,280 hours (approximately 3 years)
Technical training
720 hours (6 months across 3 levels)
Required skills
Critical thinking, Innovation, Detail oriented, Problem solving

WORKFORCE PROFILE

Highest Job Postings by Region

Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2024

Job Postings by Area in Ontario

Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2024

Certificates of Qualification Issued by Age Group

Source: Skilled Trades Ontario 2024

Certificates of Qualification Issued by Gender

Source: Skilled Trades Ontario 2024

Certificates of Qualification Issued

6
Source: Skilled Trades Ontario 2024

INCOME PROFILE

Annual Salary Range

$49,000 - $68,000
Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2024

Hourly Salary Range

$25 - $35
Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2024