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Plasterers and Stucco Masons

Median Salary
52,640
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Apply interior or exterior plaster, cement, stucco, or similar materials. May also set ornamental plaster.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

67%

Self-employed

25%

State and local government

3%

Private not for profit

3%

What is the job outlook?

No data available for this section.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$42,680

10%

$52,640

Median

$102,630

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Less than high school

    67%

  • High school

    27%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    2%

  • Associate's degree

    1%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

No data available for this section.

Skills and Interests

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Low

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Building and Construction
  • Administration and Management
  • Design
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Public Safety and Security

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    High

  • Physical Activity

    High

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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