Wooden Fittings Painter
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation that paints the surfaces of wooden fittings to enhance protection and aesthetics.
Description
Wooden fittings painters are specialists who perform everything from surface preparation, sanding, primer application to finish coating on wooden doors, window frames, sliding doors, and other fittings. They skillfully use various types of paints and color matching techniques to achieve beautiful finishes that highlight the wood grain. Work is carried out in factories and on-site, employing techniques such as spray painting, brush, and roller painting as appropriate. They work while managing safety and hygiene, ensuring proper ventilation and dust control measures, and are also involved in quality inspections and maintenance of finished products.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand for housing renovations and high-end wooden interiors, demand for skilled wooden fittings painters is expected to remain stable. On the other hand, automation through labor-saving equipment and painting robots is advancing, potentially requiring skills for efficiency improvements.
Personality Traits
Excellent sense of color / High concentration ability / Meticulous
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Painter → Painter → Senior Painter/Foreman → Construction Manager → Independent Startup
Required Skills
Color Adjustment / Paint Mixing and Surface Preparation Techniques / Painting Techniques / Safety and Health Management / Sanding Techniques
Recommended Skills
Finishing Processes (Sanding) / Quality Control / Rust Prevention and Anti-Corrosion Techniques / Wood Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because uneven coating or color variations are noticeable. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work and handling of heavy objects. |
Related Qualifications
- Painting Technician 1st Grade
- Painting Technician 2nd Grade
Aliases
- Fittings Painter
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