The Painting and Paperhanging job series (4100) includes a variety of jobs that don’t require supervision and involve putting wall coverings and coating materials on different surfaces. These jobs are very important for keeping federal buildings, equipment, and infrastructure looking well and lasting longer. People in this group put paints, varnishes, lacquers, shellacs, epoxy resins, and other coatings on surfaces like wood, metal, glass, concrete, and synthetic materials. Brushing, rolling, and spraying are some of the methods used. To make sure that the surfaces are evenly coated and free of flaws like drips or runs, these methods typically need to be done with care.

People in this series may work on the inside and outside of buildings, planes, ships, cars, machines, and furniture. Their duties include cleaning, sanding, and priming surfaces; choosing the right materials and tools; and following directions while applying coatings. Some jobs may also include hanging paper, which means measuring, cutting, and putting up wallpaper or other ornamental wall coverings.

There are different levels in the series. For example, entry-level jobs are usually called “Painting Worker” while journey-level jobs are usually called “Painter.” Grade 7 workers do typical coating jobs with some supervision, while Grade 9 painters are more skilled, independent, and responsible. These jobs could also be part of formal training programs that help workers learn new skills and move up to higher grades.

To do these jobs, you need to know how to prepare surfaces, what coating materials to use, and how to apply them. Workers also need to be able to read work orders, observe safety rules, and keep equipment in good shape. The job is often physically demanding and may need you to operate at heights or in small areas.