Organized Labor

Painters apply all types of paints, varnishes, lacquers, sealants, and stains on a great variety of surfaces and materials.  They prepare those surfaces and materials to receive the finishes they apply.  They apply also wallpaper, vinyl wall fabrics, and all types of coverings or coatings. 

Work is done indoors and out, in and on all types of buildings.  Tapers apply tape, topping, and texturing to drywall.  Both painters and tapers climb ladders and scaffolds and may have to work at heights.  They may work also in dusty or cold conditions.

Apprenticeship
The Painters Apprentice program involves:

• 4800 hours (four years) of on-the-job training
• 480 hours of class time, one week per quarter during the day

The Tapers Apprentice program involves:

• 3600 hours (three years) of on-the-job training
• 320 hours of class time, one week per quarter during the day

Requirements for application for Painters Apprentice program:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. with an overall average of 45 or higher
• Must pass a test for color blindness
• Must show proficiency in reading paint labels and warning labels for toxic materials as determined by the Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee

Requirements for application for Tapers Apprentice program:

• Must pass a reading test.

Applications are taken Monday through Friday except holidays between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. at:
International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 16 – Painters Local 913
1755 East Bayshore Road
Redwood City, CA 94063
(650) 364-7318
For more information call: (510) 785-8467

Websites:
www.dc16iupat.org