Construction - Drywall Labour

Northland Properties; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care (vision, dental) and Group

Employee discounts across hotels/resid

Mental health support & counselling

Excellent career growth opportunities

Job summary

Northland Properties is seeking a Drywall Installer/Taper to join our Vancouver team. You will follow project specs, meet timelines and communicate with supervisors to maintain high quality and safety standards on site.

The role requires 2+ years experience, plaster trade certification or Red Seal, and the ability to work long hours outdoors. This full-time position offers competitive wages and benefits with growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years working experience as a Drywall Installer/Taper.
• Plaster trade certification, Red Seal or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare surfaces.
• Measure, cut and fit drywall sheets for installation on walls and ceilings.
• Position and secure sheets to studs or joists.
• Finish joints with plaster and tape to create smooth surfaces.
• Manufacture and install suspended metal ceiling grids and acoustic panels.
• Demonstrate knowledge of health & safety policies and project specifications.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with crew members to complete field projects.

Skills

Drywall installation

Taping

Measuring & cutting

Safety compliance

Education

Plaster trade certification / Red Seal

Tools

Taping machine

Job description

Reporting to the foreman, our Drywall Installer/Taper must ensure all work is completed in compliance with relevant safety regulations and company policies. They will follow project specifications and timelines, working efficiently and effectively to meet deadlines. Effective communication with supervisors and team members is essential to maintain high standards of quality and efficiency.

Your Duties and Responsibilities:

• Clean and prepare surfaces.
• Measure, cut and fit drywall sheets for installation on walls and ceilings
• Position and secure sheets to metal or wood studs or joists
• Cut and install metal corner posts to protect outside corners
• Fill joints, nail gaps, holes and cracks with the mixture using a trowel and a wide knife
• Tape over the joints using a taping machine
• Smooth off the mixture excess and allow the coat to dry
• apply successive coats of mix and sand joints and seams
• Manufacture and install metal grids suspended from the ceiling and place panels to form acoustic ceilings and cornices.
• Mix plaster ingredients and apply, level and smooth coats of plaster using appropriate tools.
• Trowel or spray coats of stucco over the exteriors of buildings to form weatherproof surfaces.
• Smooth out the excess mixture and allow the coat to dry.
• Finish corners, angles, and create decorative designs as required.
• Cure and maintain freshly plastered surfaces.
• Mould and install ornamental plaster panels, cornices, and trim.
• Spray acoustic materials or texture finish on walls and ceilings.
• Cut and install metal and paper corner beads for protection.
• Fill joints, indentations, holes, and cracks with joint compound using a trowel and broad knife.
• Tape joints using a taping machine and embed tape.
• Apply successive coats of compound, sand seams and joints.
• Fabricate and install suspended metal ceiling grids, including coffered ceilings.
• Support the growth and development of company culture and professionally represent Northland Properties
• Performs other duties as required

Requirements:

• +2 years of working experience as a Drywall Installer/Taper
• Plaster trade certification, Red seal or equivalent

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand and/or be on their feet 10-12 hours/day working in outdoor weather and/or unregulated temperatures
• Must be able to lift 50lbs and use proper lifting techniques for heavy items weighing more than 25 kilograms
• Must be able to climb scaffoldings.

What else will make you succeed in this role:

• Possesses and maintains necessary tools, equipment, and protective gear.
• Demonstrates knowledge and compliance with health & safety regulations, procedures and company policies.
• Adheres to project specifications and timelines ensuring high standards of quality and efficiency.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Work in conjunction with crew members to complete field projects or tasks.
• Displays high levels of motivation, energy, and forward-thinking.
• Listens attentively and follows instructions carefully.

What do you get:

• Fair wages determined by skill set and experience
• Extended family Health care, including vision, dental, and Group Life Insurance (after three months of full-time service).
• Employee discounts across hotels, resorts and restaurants
• HumanaCare free mental health support & counselling
• Excellent career growth opportunities.

You must be legally entitled to work in Canada to apply as the employer does not have a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) that would support a foreign worker.