# Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons

> Help painters, paperhangers, plasterers, or stucco masons by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.
- **Entity Type:** role
- **Schema Version:** role.v1
- **Soc Code:** 47-3014.00
- **Summary:** Help painters, paperhangers, plasterers, or stucco masons by performing duties requiring less skill. Duties include using, supplying, or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment.

## Aliases

- Painter Helper
- Plaster Helper
- Plaster Tender
- Billboard Poster Helper
- Bridge Painter Helper
- Dry Plasterer Helper
- Exterior Work Helper
- Highway Painter Helper
- House Painter Helper
- Hydroblaster
- Mason's Tender
- Ornamental Plasterer Helper

## Tasks

| Text | Type | Iwa |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Clean work areas and equipment. | Core | 4.A.3.a.1.c |
| Perform support duties to assist painters, paperhangers, plasterers, or masons. | Core | 4.A.3.a.1.g |
| Apply protective coverings, such as masking tape, to articles or areas that could be damaged or stained by work processes. | Core | 4.A.3.a.1.d |
| Smooth surfaces of articles to be painted, using sanding and buffing tools and equipment. | Supplemental | 4.A.3.a.2.o |
| Mix plaster, and carry plaster to plasterers. | Supplemental | 4.A.3.a.1.a |
| Erect scaffolding. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.a |
| Fill cracks or breaks in surfaces of plaster articles or areas with putty or epoxy compounds. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.am |
| Supply or hold tools and materials. | Core | 4.A.3.a.1.g |
| Place articles to be stripped into stripping tanks. | Supplemental | 4.A.3.a.1.c |
| Remove articles such as cabinets, metal furniture, and paint containers from stripping tanks after prescribed periods of time. | Supplemental | 4.A.3.a.1.j |
| Pour specified amounts of chemical solutions into stripping tanks. | Supplemental | 4.A.3.a.1.g |

## Emerging Tasks


## Activities

| Name | Iwa |
| --- | --- |
| Clean equipment or facilities. | 4.A.3.a.1.c |
| Assist skilled construction or extraction personnel. | 4.A.3.a.1.g |
| Protect structures or surfaces near work areas to avoid damage. | 4.A.3.a.1.d |
| Assemble temporary equipment or structures. | 4.A.3.a.2.a |
| Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces. | 4.A.3.a.2.am |
| Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools. | 4.A.3.a.2.o |
| Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities. | 4.A.3.a.1.a |
| Move construction or extraction materials to locations where they are needed. | 4.A.3.a.1.j |
| Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities. | 4.A.3.a.1.c |
| Move products, materials, or equipment between work areas. | 4.A.3.a.1.j |
| Pour materials into or on designated areas. | 4.A.3.a.1.g |

## Capabilities

| Name | Family | Value |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Arm-Hand Steadiness | ability | 3.38 |
| Manual Dexterity | ability | 3.38 |
| Static Strength | ability | 3.38 |
| Trunk Strength | ability | 3.38 |
| Extent Flexibility | ability | 3.38 |
| Gross Body Equilibrium | ability | 3.38 |
| Building and Construction | knowledge | 3.13 |
| Multilimb Coordination | ability | 3.13 |
| Gross Body Coordination | ability | 3.13 |
| English Language | knowledge | 3.1 |
| Speaking | essential_skill | 3 |
| Coordination | transferable_skill | 3 |
| Oral Comprehension | ability | 3 |
| Oral Expression | ability | 3 |
| Finger Dexterity | ability | 3 |
| Dynamic Strength | ability | 3 |
| Stamina | ability | 3 |
| Near Vision | ability | 3 |
| Far Vision | ability | 3 |
| Speech Recognition | ability | 3 |
| Active Listening | essential_skill | 2.88 |
| Information Ordering | ability | 2.88 |
| Speech Clarity | ability | 2.88 |
| Critical Thinking | essential_skill | 2.75 |
| Monitoring | essential_skill | 2.75 |
| Time Management | transferable_skill | 2.75 |
| Problem Sensitivity | ability | 2.75 |
| Deductive Reasoning | ability | 2.75 |
| Category Flexibility | ability | 2.75 |
| Visualization | ability | 2.75 |
| Inductive Reasoning | ability | 2.63 |
| Selective Attention | ability | 2.63 |
| Control Precision | ability | 2.63 |
| Speed of Limb Movement | ability | 2.63 |
| Visual Color Discrimination | ability | 2.63 |
| Depth Perception | ability | 2.63 |
| Auditory Attention | ability | 2.63 |
| Social Perceptiveness | transferable_skill | 2.62 |
| Operations Monitoring | transferable_skill | 2.62 |
| Quality Control Analysis | transferable_skill | 2.62 |

## Skills

| Name | Type |
| --- | --- |
| English Language | Common Skill |
| Speech Recognition | Specialized Skill |
| Microsoft Excel | Common Skill |
| Finger Dexterity | Common Skill |
| Information Ordering | Specialized Skill |
| Active Listening | Common Skill |
| Visualization | Specialized Skill |
| Time Management | Common Skill |
| Deductive Reasoning | Common Skill |
| Critical Thinking | Common Skill |
| Inductive Reasoning | Common Skill |
| Depth Perception | Common Skill |
| Social Perceptiveness | Common Skill |
| Equipment Maintenance | Specialized Skill |
| Complex Problem Solving | Common Skill |
| Active Learning | Common Skill |
| Negotiation | Common Skill |
| Learning Strategies | Specialized Skill |
| Instructing | Specialized Skill |
| Equipment Selection | Specialized Skill |
| Mathematics | Common Skill |
| Reading Comprehension | Common Skill |
| Writing | Common Skill |
| Systems Analysis | Specialized Skill |
| Foreign Language | Common Skill |
| Chemistry | Specialized Skill |
| Physics | Specialized Skill |
| Psychology | Specialized Skill |
| Geography | Specialized Skill |
| Telecommunications | Specialized Skill |
| Installation | Specialized Skill |
| Biology | Specialized Skill |
| Project Management Software | Specialized Skill |
| Accounting Software | Specialized Skill |

## Tools

| Example | Category | Hot | In Demand |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software | yes | no |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software | yes | no |
| A-Systems JobView | Accounting software | no | no |
| Apple iWork | Office suite software | no | no |
| Construction Software Center EasyEst | Project management software | no | no |
| Cost estimating software | Project management software | no | no |
| Evergreen Technology Eagle Bid Estimating | Project management software | no | no |
| On Center Quick Bid | Project management software | no | no |
| Sage Construction Anywhere | Project management software | no | no |
| Turtle Creek Software Goldenseal | Project management software | no | no |

## Work Context

| Name | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams | 4.76 |
| Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team | 4.51 |
| Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls | 4.5 |
| Spend Time Standing | 4.49 |
| Contact With Others | 4.43 |
| Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets | 4.09 |
| Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions | 4 |
| Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions | 3.96 |
| Frequency of Decision Making | 3.86 |
| Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body | 3.79 |
| Time Pressure | 3.64 |
| Health and Safety of Other Workers | 3.59 |
| Telephone Conversations | 3.57 |
| Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles | 3.56 |
| Exposed to High Places | 3.53 |
| Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results | 3.5 |
| Physical Proximity | 3.44 |
| Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers | 3.41 |
| Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals | 3.39 |
| Freedom to Make Decisions | 3.36 |
| Importance of Being Exact or Accurate | 3.27 |
| Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities | 3.21 |
| Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling | 3.16 |
| Importance of Repeating Same Tasks | 3.05 |
| Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable | 3.02 |
| Level of Competition | 2.96 |
| Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled | 2.87 |
| Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures | 2.87 |
| Exposed to Contaminants | 2.87 |
| Spend Time Walking or Running | 2.86 |
| Outdoors, Under Cover | 2.83 |
| Exposed to Hazardous Equipment | 2.69 |
| Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance | 2.66 |
| Consequence of Error | 2.65 |
| Deal With External Customers or the Public in General | 2.5 |
| Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection | 2.48 |
| Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment | 2.46 |
| Conflict Situations | 2.32 |
| Exposed to Hazardous Conditions | 2.32 |
| Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions | 2.2 |

## Preparation

- **Job Zone:** 2
- **Job Zone Name:** Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
- **Education:** Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not.
- **Experience:** Some occupations may need little or no previous experience; others require several months to a year of experience. For example, landscaping and groundskeeping workers might require very little training or previous experience, while agricultural equipment operators can benefit from on-the job training.
- **Svp Range:** (Below 6.0)

### Education Distribution

| Label | Percentage |
| --- | --- |
| Less than a High School Diploma | 68.24 |
| High School Diploma | 26.19 |
| Post-Secondary Certificate | 3.68 |
| Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree) | 1.4 |
| Some College Courses | 0.49 |

## Person Fit

| Name | Family | Value |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Realistic | career_interest_type | 6.52 |
| Physical/Manual Labor | specific_interest_area | 6.02 |
| Conventional | career_interest_type | 3.47 |
| Social | career_interest_type | 2.43 |
| Construction/Woodwork | specific_interest_area | 2.4 |
| Dependability | work_style | 1.98 |
| Artistic | career_interest_type | 1.78 |
| Cooperation | work_style | 1.57 |
| Transportation/Machine Operation | specific_interest_area | 1.46 |
| Attention to Detail | work_style | 1.38 |
| Enterprising | career_interest_type | 1.36 |
| Mechanics/Electronics | specific_interest_area | 1.32 |
| Engineering | specific_interest_area | 1.32 |
| Visual Arts | specific_interest_area | 1.3 |
| Applied Arts and Design | specific_interest_area | 1.27 |
| Cautiousness | work_style | 1.23 |

## Related Roles

| Soc Code | Slug | Title | Tier |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 47-3011.00 | role-47-3011-00 | Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters | Primary-Short |
| 47-3012.00 | role-47-3012-00 | Helpers--Carpenters | Primary-Short |
| 47-3015.00 | role-47-3015-00 | Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | Primary-Short |
| 47-2161.00 | role-47-2161-00 | Plasterers and Stucco Masons | Primary-Short |
| 49-9098.00 | role-49-9098-00 | Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers | Primary-Short |
| 47-2141.00 | role-47-2141-00 | Painters, Construction and Maintenance | Primary-Long |
| 47-3016.00 | role-47-3016-00 | Helpers--Roofers | Primary-Long |
| 47-3013.00 | role-47-3013-00 | Helpers--Electricians | Primary-Long |
| 51-9198.00 | role-51-9198-00 | Helpers--Production Workers | Primary-Long |
| 47-5081.00 | role-47-5081-00 | Helpers--Extraction Workers | Primary-Long |
| 47-2031.00 | role-47-2031-00 | Carpenters | Supplemental |
| 47-2181.00 | role-47-2181-00 | Roofers | Supplemental |

## Career Clusters

| Cluster | Slug |
| --- | --- |
| Construction | construction |

## Education Level

- **Category:** No formal educational credential

## Study Programs


## Market

- **Median Wage:** 38140
- **Mean Wage:** 40880
- **Pct10Wage:** 31360
- **Pct25Wage:** 35230
- **Pct75Wage:** 45290
- **Pct90Wage:** 51720
- **Employment:** 7220
- **Area Title:** U.S.

## Industries


### Top

| Naics | Slug | Title | Level | Employment | Median Wage | Lq |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 23 | 23 | Construction | Sector | 6710 | 38140 | 17.64 |
| 238320 | 238320 | Painting and Wall Covering Contractors | National industry | 4310 | 38050 | 445.27 |
| 238310 | 238310 | Drywall and Insulation Contractors | National industry | 1020 | 41790 | 88.66 |
| 238140 | 238140 | Masonry Contractors | National industry | 330 | 48050 | 49.08 |
| 56 | 56 | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | Sector | 250 | 37420 | 0.59 |
| 561320 | 561320 | Temporary Help Services | National industry | 140 | 37400 | 1.13 |
| 31-33 | 31-33 | Manufacturing | Sector | 60 | 38840 |  |
| 81 | 81 | Other Services (except Public Administration) | Sector | 40 | 44600 |  |

### Concentrated

| Naics | Slug | Title | Level | Employment | Lq |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 238320 | 238320 | Painting and Wall Covering Contractors | National industry | 4310 | 445.27 |
| 238310 | 238310 | Drywall and Insulation Contractors | National industry | 1020 | 88.66 |
| 238140 | 238140 | Masonry Contractors | National industry | 330 | 49.08 |
| 23 | 23 | Construction | Sector | 6710 | 17.64 |
| 561320 | 561320 | Temporary Help Services | National industry | 140 | 1.13 |
| 56 | 56 | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | Sector | 250 | 0.59 |
- **Count:** 8

## Ai Signals

| Source | Label | Score | Scale | Release |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| frey_osborne | Computerization probability | 0.94 | 0-1 probability | 2013-baseline-2016-employment-snapshot |
| felten_aioe | AI occupational exposure | -2.04484 | relative exposure score | 2021-plus-generative-ai-workbooks |
| felten_image_generation_aioe | Image generation occupational exposure | -2.137725 | relative exposure score | 2021-plus-generative-ai-workbooks |
| felten_language_modeling_aioe | Language modeling occupational exposure | -1.71112 | relative exposure score | 2021-plus-generative-ai-workbooks |

## Ai Outlook


### Index

- **Value:** 2
- **Percentile:** 0
- **Band:** Low
- **Version:** ai-exposure-index-v1

#### Components

| Percentile | Source |
| --- | --- |
| 0 | felten_aioe |
| 3 | openai_gpts_are_gpts |
| 4 | microsoft_working_with_ai |
- **Component Count:** 3

### Exposure

| Source | Label | Value | Percentile | Band | Note |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| felten_aioe | Overall AI exposure (Felten et al.) | -2.04484 | 0 | Low | How much this job's abilities overlap with what AI systems can do, across many AI capabilities. A relative research score, not a forecast of job loss. |
| eloundou_gamma | LLM task exposure, γ (OpenAI / Eloundou) | 0 | 3 | Low | Share of this job's tasks where a large language model plus simple tools could cut the time to do them by at least half. γ is capped at 1.0 and many jobs reach that ceiling, so treat a top score as 'in the top group', not a precise rank. |
| microsoft_applicability | AI assistant applicability (Microsoft) | 0.02727653200137184 | 4 | Low | How applicable today's AI assistants are to this job's activities, measured from real Microsoft Copilot conversations. Applicability is not the same as replacement. |

### Frey Historical

- **Source:** frey
- **Label:** Computerization probability (Frey & Osborne, 2013)
- **Value:** 0.94
- **Percentile:** 86
- **Band:** High
- **Note:** A pre-LLM (2013) estimate of how automatable this job is by computerization and robotics. Shown for historical context only — it is not part of any current AI ranking.
- **Teleworkable:** no

### Eloundou

- **Alpha:** 0
- **Beta:** 0
- **Gamma:** 0

### Usage Tasks


### Bls

- **Growth Percent:** 2.3
- **Growth Percentile:** 44
- **Direction:** About average
- **Annual Openings Thousands:** 0.8
- **Annual Openings Percentile:** 12
- **Employment2024Thousands:** 7.4
- **Employment2034Thousands:** 7.6

### Sources

| Source | Version |
| --- | --- |
| bls_employment_projections | 2024-2034 |
| dingel_neiman | dingel-neiman-workathome |
| felten_aioe | felten-raj-seamans-aioe |
| frey_osborne | frey-osborne-automation |
| microsoft_working_with_ai | working-with-ai |
| openai_gpts_are_gpts | gpts-are-gpts |

## Counts

- **Tasks:** 11
- **Skills:** 34
- **Capabilities:** 120
- **Tools:** 10
- **Related Roles:** 20

## Source

- **Dataset:** gold.onet_role_starter_surface
- **Version:** 30.3
- **Generated At:** 2026-06-02T21:00:32.945303+00:00
- **Content Hash:** 1ee8bb4cd905687a