What is a structural steel painter and how to become one

Key steps to become a structural steel painter

1. Explore structural steel painter education requirements

   Most common structural steel painter degrees

   High School Diploma

   50.0 %

   Diploma

   16.7 %

   Bachelor's

   12.5 %

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2. Start to develop specific structural steel painter skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Scaffolding	32.27%
   Cranes	24.00%
   Ladders	13.19%
   Coats	9.11%
   Surface Preparation	8.51%

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3. Complete relevant structural steel painter training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-2 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New structural steel painters learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a structural steel painter based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real structural steel painter resumes.

4. Research structural steel painter duties and responsibilities

   • Have ability to work at heights using ladders, scaffolding and aerial platforms.
   • Certify in respiratory safety, used airless suits, set up swing scaffolding, safety lines, and harnesses.
   • Supervise painters, daily operation of scissor lift, ladders, assemble scaffolds for use, and daily clean up.
   • Mask and unmask require areas to facilitate corrosion removal or painting operations.

5. Apply for structural steel painter jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a structural steel painter job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams