Typical Tasks
Clean work areas and equipment.
Supply or hold tools and materials.
Apply protective coverings, such as masking tape, to articles or areas that could be damaged or stained by work processes.
Perform support duties to assist painters, paperhangers, plasterers, or masons.
Fill cracks or breaks in surfaces of plaster articles or areas with putty or epoxy compounds.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Social
Working with people
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Cooperation
Dependability
Attention to Detail
Leadership
Self-Control
Initiative
What key skills are needed for this job?
Coordination
Speaking
Active Listening
Time Management
Monitoring
Critical Thinking
Expected Knowledge
Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Common Activities
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Performing General Physical Activities
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Handling and Moving Objects
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
