drywall mechanic

Empire Envelope Ltd.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Edmonton is seeking a full-time plasterer to apply coats of plaster, install drywall, and perform various construction tasks. Candidates must be able to work at heights and handle physically demanding work. The role offers several benefits including life insurance and a deferred profit-sharing plan.

Benefits

Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)

Free parking available

Team building opportunities

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Qualifications

• Must be able to work at heights.
• Ability to handle heavy loads up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
• Flexibility and reliability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and specifications to determine work requirements.
• Apply and level coats of plaster and drywall.
• Erect and install scaffolding and other working platforms.

Skills

Read blueprints

Hand-eye coordination

Team player

Tools

Power tools

Taping machine

Job description

Posted on November 20, 2025 by Employer details Empire Envelope Ltd.

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Job details

• Location: Edmonton, AB T6B 3P6
• Salary: 27.00 to 34.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time

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

• At heights
• Dusty

Work setting

• Commercial
• Institutional
• Residential
• Various locations

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• 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
• Spray acoustic or texture materials over walls and ceilings
• Tape over joints using taping machine and embed tape in compound
• Trowel or spray coats of stucco over exteriors of buildings to form weatherproof surfaces
• 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 exterior and interior steel studs
• 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

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye coordination
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Disability benefits
• Paramedical services coverage
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• On-site recreation and activities
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Travel insurance

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• 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. The employer will not respond to your application.