Drywall Installer and Finisher Specific Skills

Measure, cut, fit and install drywall sheets; Cut and install metal corner beads to protect exterior corners; Fill joints, nail indentations, holes and cracks with joint compound using trowel and broad knife; Fabricate and install suspended metal ceiling grids and place in panels to form acoustical and coffered ceilings; Position and secure sheets to metal or wooden studs or joists

Plasterer Specific Skills

Spray acoustic or texture materials over walls and ceilings; Mix plaster ingredients to desired consistency; Clean and prepare surfaces; Apply, level and smooth coats of plaster

Personal Suitability

Flexibility; Team player; Dependability; Reliability

Work Location Information Various locations

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Hand-eye co-ordination; Bending, crouching, kneeling; Overtime required

Transportation/Travel Information Own vehicle

Work Site Environment Dusty

Own Tools/Equipment Steel-toed safety boots; Hard hat

Security and Safety Criminal record check

Work Setting Industrial; Commercial

Weight Handling Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Education No degree, certificate or diploma

Languages English