Drywall Installer

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Tasks

• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Apply successive coats of compound and sand seams and joints
• Apply, level and smooth coats of plaster
• Clean and prepare surfaces
• 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
• Finish corners and angles and create decorative designs in finish coat, if required
• Measure, cut, fit and install drywall sheets
• Mix plaster ingredients to desired consistency
• Mould and install ornamental plaster panels, cornices and trim
• Position and secure sheets to metal or wooden studs or joists
• Install corner beads and wire mesh around beams to which plaster is to be applied
• Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on
• call work?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening
• Shift

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Day
• Weekend

Support for youths

• Offers on
• the
• job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth