Painter at Glaziers & Painters
at Glaziers & Painters in Collinsville, IL
About This Program
The Glaziers & Painters Painter Apprenticeship is a registered employer-sponsored program located in Collinsville, IL, offering hands-on paid training in the painting and finishing trades. This program is designed for individuals seeking to build professional skills and a stable career in the construction industry.
The apprenticeship spans 3 years and combines 6,000 hours of on-the-job training with 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work under the guidance of experienced professionals to develop skills in surface preparation, application of paints and specialty coatings, spray and manual application techniques, and finishing quality control. Classroom instruction reinforces safety practices, materials knowledge, and trade regulations.
Completing this program prepares graduates to work as journey-level painters on residential, commercial, and industrial projects throughout the region. Apprentices receive pay throughout their training period, allowing them to support themselves financially while acquiring the credentials and hands-on experience needed for a skilled career in Collinsville, IL.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$22
OJT Hours
6,000
RTI Hours
432
Duration
3 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
Painter Career Outlook
National Median
$22.47/hr
~$46,737.6/yr
Apprentice Start
$14/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Painter employment is projected to grow in line with construction and renovation activity. Residential repainting and commercial building maintenance provide steady, recurring demand. Painters with industrial coating experience, lead abatement certification, or decorative finishing skills command higher wages and have the strongest employment prospects.
What to Expect as a Painter Apprentice
Duration
3 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~40 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (6,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
432 hours of related technical instruction (~144 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
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