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Painter and Decorator – Interior Finishing Technology and Surface Design Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Maler/in und Lackierer/in - Ausbautechnik und Oberflächengestaltung

Painter and Decorator specializing in Interior Finishing Technology and Surface Design is a 3-year recognized vocational training program in the skilled trades. This training qualifies you for the professional design, coating, and renovation of interior and exterior surfaces. You will learn various techniques and materials to create surfaces that are both creative and functional.

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What you do

  • Inspect, clean, sand, and prime surfaces
  • Mix and match colors
  • Apply paints, varnishes, and coatings (brush, roller, spray techniques)
  • Perform wallpapering tasks
  • Design surfaces (e.g., trowel, wiping, or glazing techniques)
  • Insulate and design facades
  • Cover and protect work areas

Requirements

  • At least a Hauptschulabschluss (secondary school certificate)
  • Manual dexterity and technical understanding
  • Good color vision
  • Diligence and precision
  • Physical fitness and no fear of heights
  • Teamwork skills and reliability
  • German language proficiency at B1 level

Career prospects

  1. 1Work as a skilled journeyman/journeywoman in painting companies
  2. 2Specialization in specific techniques (e.g., monument preservation, restoration)
  3. 3Further training to become a Master Painter (Meister/in), with the option of self-employment
  4. 4Advanced training to become a technician in paint and coating technology
  5. 5Study in civil engineering or architecture (with appropriate university entrance qualification)

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Painter and Decorator – Interior Finishing Technology and Surface Design Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Painter and Decorator – Interior Finishing Technology and Surface Design Ausbildung?

Usually B1 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Painter and Decorator – Interior Finishing Technology and Surface Design Ausbildung?

At least a Hauptschulabschluss (secondary school certificate); Manual dexterity and technical understanding; Good color vision; Diligence and precision.

Where can I find open Painter and Decorator – Interior Finishing Technology and Surface Design Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Painter and Decorator – Interior Finishing Technology and Surface Design

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.