The Work
Plasterers finish interior walls and ceilings of buildings.  They hand-apply plaster on masonry, metal, wire lath or gypsum and cement on masonry, metal and wire lath (stucco).  Plasterers are usually employed in commercial construction. 

The Working Conditions
The work involves lifting, bending, climbing and standing.  Much of the work is done outside on scaffolding, and there can be periods of unemployment due to weather conditions. 

Wages
Union
Apprentices: $10.42 per hour 
Journey level: $23.16 per hour 

updated 1/03

For more information:
For more information on this program, contact the Oregon Bureau of Labor & Industries at (503) 731-4072 or visit them online at: Bureau of Labor and Industries

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