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What is a wood filler and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
2 min read
There is more than meets the eye when it comes to being a wood filler. For example, did you know that they make an average of $15.71 an hour? That's $32,675 a year! Between 2018 and 2028, the career is expected to grow 3% and produce 8,200 job opportunities across the U.S.
ScoreWood FillerUS Average
Salary
2.6

Avg. Salary $32,675

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level
6.7

Growth rate 3%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity
3.6
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 1.64%

Asian 1.78%

Black or African American 1.09%

Hispanic or Latino 16.37%

Unknown 1.09%

White 78.03%

Gender

female 22.22%

male 77.78%

Age - 46.5
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 46.5
Stress level
6.7

Stress level is high

7.1 - high

Complexity level
8.3

Complexity level is challenging

7 - challenging

Work life balance
4.8

Work life balance is fair

6.4 - fair

Key steps to become a wood filler

  1. Explore wood filler education requirements

    Most common wood filler degrees

    High School Diploma

    52.9 %

    Associate

    23.5 %

    Bachelor's

    17.6 %

  2. Start to develop specific wood filler skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Paint Rollers20.67%
    Caulking20.13%
    Drop Cloths18.02%
    Ladders13.48%
    Hand Tools7.65%
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  3. Complete relevant wood filler training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New wood fillers 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 wood filler based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real wood filler resumes.

  4. Research wood filler duties and responsibilities

    • Assist in re-skidding improperly load pallets.
    • hood for iv admixture and bubble packing

  5. Apply for wood filler jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a wood filler 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

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Average wood filler salary

The average wood filler salary in the United States is $32,675 per year or $16 per hour. Wood filler salaries range between $24,000 and $43,000 per year.

Average wood filler salary
$32,675 Yearly
$15.71 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
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The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

Updated January 8, 2025

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