drywall finisher

PR Cleaning and Restoration Services Inc.; Canmore; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local cleaning and restoration service in Canmore is seeking a skilled Plasterer. You will apply and finish plaster while ensuring the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate must have at least 2 years of experience, be able to work at heights, and handle physically demanding tasks. Benefits include health and financial benefits. The position is full-time and on-site with a competitive hourly wage of $34.00 to $37.50.

Benefits

Health care plan

Dental plan

Group insurance benefits

Bonus

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Apply successive coats of compound and sand seams and joints.
• Apply, level and smooth coats of plaster.
• Clean and prepare surfaces.
• Cure freshly plastered surfaces.
• Cut and install metal corner beads to protect exterior corners.
• Fabricate and install suspended metal ceiling grids.
• Fill joints, nail indentations, holes and cracks with joint compound.
• Finish corners and angles and create decorative designs.
• Install metal stud framing and furring for drywall or plaster walls.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Team player

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Job details

Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Work site environment: At heights. Dusty. Noisy. Work setting: Commercial. Residential. Various locations.

Tasks: Apply successive coats of compound and sand seams and joints. Apply, level and smooth coats of plaster. Clean and prepare surfaces. Cure freshly plastered surfaces. Cut and install metal corner beads to protect exterior corners. Fabricate and install suspended metal ceiling grids and place in panels to form acoustical and coffered ceilings. 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. Smooth out excess compound and allow coat to dry. Install corner beads and wire mesh around beams to which plaster is to be applied. Install metal stud framing and furring for interior drywall or plaster walls and ceilings, using hand and power tools. Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages. Erect and install scaffolding, falsework and other working platforms.

• Location: Canmore, AB T1W 3B6
• Work location: On site
• Salary: $34.00 to $37.50 hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment Full time
• Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend
• Starts as soon as possible
• Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits
• Vacancies: 1 vacancy

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• At heights
• Dusty
• Noisy

Work setting

• Commercial
• Residential
• Various locations

Responsibilities

• Apply successive coats of compound and sand seams and joints
• Apply, level and smooth coats of plaster
• Clean and prepare surfaces
• Cure freshly plastered surfaces
• Cut and install metal corner beads to protect exterior corners
• Fabricate and install suspended metal ceiling grids and place in panels to form acoustical and coffered ceilings
• 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
• Smooth out excess compound and allow coat to dry
• Install corner beads and wire mesh around beams to which plaster is to be applied
• Install metal stud framing and furring for interior drywall or plaster walls and ceilings, using hand and power tools
• Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages
• Erect and install scaffolding, falsework and other working platforms

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Manual dexterity
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

• Support for newcomers and refugees: Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
• Support for Indigenous people: Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations

Membership in a group is not a job requirement. All interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Who can apply for this job?

• a Canadian citizen
• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada.