Drywall Finisher

The Shaw Group; Sussex Parish; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day week

40 hours/week

Bonus program

Health & dental benefits

Clothing & boots

Family assistance

Social events

Job summary

Prestige Homes, a division of The Shaw Group Limited, seeks an experienced drywall finisher to join our production team in a high-volume residential facility. You will work indoors year-round, ensuring precise finishes and compliance with quality standards.

Ideal candidates have drywall finishing or related trade experience, read production specs, and can handle repetitive tasks with attention to detail. We offer a 4-day work week, guaranteed 40 hours, and a stable team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in drywall finishing or related skilled trade.
• Knowledge of drywall compounds and finishing standards.
• Ability to read basic work instructions or production specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.
• Physical ability to perform repetitive tasks (sanding, lifting, standing).
• Experience in a manufacturing or modular home environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Fill joints, nail holes, cracks, and seams using taping compounds and appropriate tools
• Tape over joints using compound and tape
• Apply successive coats of compound and sand beams and joints to achieve a smooth finish
• Inspect finished surfaces to ensure compliance with quality standards
• Repair and patch drywall defects in a production-line environment
• Operate hand and power tools related to drywall finishing
• Maintain productivity targets while ensuring workmanship meets trade standards
• Follow workplace safety procedures and housekeeping requirements

Skills

Drywall finishing

Quality craftsmanship

Read production specs

Hand & power tools

Job description

Prestige Homes, a division of The Shaw Group Limited, has been designing and building mini, modular, and multi-family homes to the highest quality and customer standards for over 50 years.

We are seeking an experienced Drywall Finisher to join our production team in a high-volume residential home manufacturing facility.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys precision work, takes pride in clean finishes, and wants the stability of indoor, year-round construction without travel between job sites.

As an integral part of our team, you will:

• Fill joints, nail holes, cracks, and seams using taping compounds and appropriate tools
• Tape over joints using compound and tape
• Apply successive coats of compound and sand beams and joints to achieve a smooth finish
• Inspect finished surfaces to ensure compliance with quality standards
• Repair and patch drywall defects in a production-line environment
• Operate hand and power tools related to drywall finishing
• Maintain productivity targets while ensuring workmanship meets trade standards
• Follow workplace safety procedures and housekeeping requirements

What you’ll need:

• Experience in drywall finishing, plastering, or a related skilled trade
• Knowledge of drywall compounds, application techniques, and finishing standards
• Ability to read and interpret basic work instructions or production specifications
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship
• Physical ability to perform repetitive tasks, including sanding, lifting, and standing for extended periods
• Experience in a manufacturing or modular home environment is considered an asset

Work Environment:

• Indoor manufacturing environment
• Year-round employment (no seasonal layoffs)
• Team-based, supportive work culture

What we can offer you:

• 4-day work week
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week
• Stable, long-term employment
• Competitive compensation package including participation in our performance-based bonus program
• Extended health and dental benefits with company matching pension plan
• Employee clothing and boot program
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Social events organized by our internal Social Committee

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The Shaw Group is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, which celebrates the success that comes from a team diverse in expertise, experiences, and perspectives.