Painter at Industrial Painter
at Industrial Painter in Henderson, NV
About This Program
The Industrial Painter Apprenticeship sponsored by Industrial Painter is a registered employer-sponsored program based in Henderson, NV. This program offers a structured, paid path into industrial painting for individuals interested in protective coatings and surface finishing in industrial and commercial environments in the southern Nevada region.
The 3-year program includes 6,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 432 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop skills in industrial surface preparation, application of protective coatings, corrosion-resistant finishes, and spray equipment operation. Technical instruction covers safety protocols for industrial environments, hazardous materials handling, coating systems, inspection techniques, and quality control standards relevant to industrial painting work.
Completing the apprenticeship qualifies graduates as journey-level industrial painters with the practical knowledge and technical credentials to work in demanding industrial settings. Apprentices are paid throughout their entire training period, allowing them to earn income and build specialized skills simultaneously — a valuable combination for a long-term career in industrial painting in Henderson, NV.
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.
How to Apply
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Painter
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Nevada
Painters in Nevada are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Nevada State Contractors Board.
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