drywall installer and finisher

Government of Canada - Central; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled plasterer to join their team in Mississauga. This role requires expertise in reading blueprints, applying plaster, and installing drywall in various settings, including commercial and residential environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience, a strong ability to instruct apprentices, and the physical capability to work at heights and handle heavy loads. With a focus on safety and quality, this position offers an opportunity to contribute to diverse projects while enjoying the benefits of free parking and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in plastering and drywall installation.
• Ability to read blueprints and instruct apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and specifications to determine work requirements.
• Apply and smooth coats of plaster and install drywall sheets.
• Instruct apprentices and ensure safety on site.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Plastering

Drywall Installation

Instruction Skills

Surface Preparation

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Hard Hat

Mask

Safety Glasses/Goggles

Steel-Toed Safety Boots

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Work site environment

• At heights
• Dusty
• Hot
• Noisy

Work setting

• Commercial
• Institutional
• Residential
• Urban area
• Various locations

Responsibilities Tasks

• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Instruct apprentices
• 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
• 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
• 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
• Attach metal or gypsum lath to studs or furring
• Cut openings in lath for heating and ventilation piping, ducts and electrical outlets
• 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
• Prepare wall and ceiling layouts
• Utilize laser alignment system
• Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Manual dexterity
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sound discrimination
• Standing for extended periods
• Tight deadlines
• Walking
• Work under pressure

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Hard hat
• Mask
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Steel-toed safety boots

Benefits Other benefits

• Free parking available