drywall installer and finisher

Wolfe Construction; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company is seeking skilled individuals for a full-time position in Edmonton. Successful candidates will read blueprints, install drywall, and conduct various building tasks. A secondary school graduation certificate and 2 years of experience are essential. The role requires physical strength and the ability to work flexibly as part of a team. This is a permanent position with no remote work options.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of experience.
• Ability to handle physically demanding tasks.
• Flexibility and reliability in teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and specifications to determine work requirements.
• Install drywall and metal ceiling grids accurately.
• Ensure safety protocols while working at heights.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Drywall installation

Metal stud framing

Tape over joints

Effective teamwork

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Job details

• Location: 15373 117 Ave NW Edmonton, AB T5M 3X4
• Salary: $37.00 hourly / 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

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

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Apply successive coats of compound and sand seams and joints
• 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
• Measure, cut, fit and install drywall sheets
• Position and secure sheets to metal or wooden studs or joists
• Smooth out excess compound and allow coat to dry
• Tape over joints using taping machine and embed tape in compound
• Install metal stud framing and furring for interior drywall or plaster walls and ceilings, using hand and power tools
• Prepare wall and ceiling layouts
• Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Who can apply for this job?

We accept applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
• Other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit

Advertised until

2025-12-19

Important notice

This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.