drywall finisher

SSK Construction; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional construction company in Kelowna seeks an experienced drywall installer. The role involves applying compounds, installing drywall, and ensuring high-quality finishes. Applicants must have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience and the ability to work on-site without remote options. The position requires physical demand and teamwork, with duties performed at various locations.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in drywall installation.
• Ability to work on-site without remote options.

Responsibilities

• Apply coats of compound and sand seams.
• Install and secure drywall sheets.
• Clean and prepare surfaces.

Skills

Application of drywall compound

Surface preparation

Drywall installation

Tape application

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages: English.

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years. On site. Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• At heights
• Noisy

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• Measure, cut, fit and install drywall sheets
• Position and secure sheets to metal or wooden studs or joists
• Tape over joints using taping machine and embed tape in compound
• Cut openings in lath for heating and ventilation piping, ducts and electrical outlets

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye coordination
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Judgement
• Team player