Plasterer Specific Skills

Mix plaster ingredients to desired consistency; Clean and prepare surfaces; Apply, level and smooth coats of plaster; Trowel or spray coats of stucco over exteriors of buildings to form weatherproof surfaces; Finish corners and angles and create decorative designs in finish coat, if required; Mould and install ornamental plaster panels, cornices and trim; Cure freshly plastered surfaces

Personal Suitability

Flexibility; Team player; Dependability; Reliability

Work Location Information Various locations

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Walking; Tight deadlines; Overtime required

Work Site Environment Outdoors; At heights

Own Tools/Equipment

Tools; Steel-toed safety boots; Hard hat; Safety glasses/goggles; Mask

Work Setting Residential; Commercial

Weight Handling Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Additional Skills

Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages; Erect and install scaffolding, falsework and other working platforms

Experience 5 years or more

Education No degree, certificate or diploma

Languages English