Plasterers prepare and apply coats of plaster or stucco to walls and other building surfaces.
| Quick Facts: Plasterers | |
|---|---|
| Wages | Earn $85,685 per year |
| Employment | Very small occupation |
| 10 Year Growth | Average growth |
| Annual Openings | Very few |
Preparation
A plasterer typically needs to:
- complete long-term, on-the-job training
Working Conditions
In a typical work setting, plasterers:
- Usually work as part of a team.
- Are sometimes exposed to high places while working on scaffolds.
- Must be exact in their work and be sure all details are done so that customers are happy with their work.
- Occasionally work more than 40 hours per week to complete a job.
Wages
In Illinois, plasterers earn a median wage of $85,685 per year.
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Employment and Outlook
In Illinois, 594 plasterers work in this very small occupation.
| Location | Employment | 10 Year Growth | Annual Openings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 594 Very small | 12.3% Average | 58 Very few |