Drywall Technician, Empire Envelope

Qualico; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Professional work environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Empire Envelope in Edmonton, AB is seeking a Drywall Technician to install insulation and drywall while maintaining high quality and safety standards. You will coordinate with site Supervisors, track hours, and interact with clients and trades to ensure seamless project execution.

The role requires reading blueprints, 1+ year in insulation/drywall/construction, a valid Class 5 license, and comfort with Microsoft Office tools; on-site work with some travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills in conversation, writing, and presentation.
• Creative thinking to identify improvement opportunities.
• Leadership to coach and guide others.
• Problem solving with innovative solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).

Responsibilities

• Install insulation and drywall and ensure quality and safety standards.
• Coordinate with Site Supervisors and team members to complete tasks efficiently.
• Maintain project documentation, track hours and scope of work, and photograph as needed.
• Represent Empire Envelope when dealing with builders, homeowners, and trades.
• Read blueprints and interpret IPD requirements.
• Ensure safety PPE and hazard assessments are completed.
• Travel as needed and perform additional small jobs across teams.

Skills

Strong communicator

Creative thinker

Leader

Creative problem solver

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including RRSP matching.
• The opportunity to contribute to a growing organization with a strong reputation for excellence.
• A professional and collaborative work environment.

Job Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for aDrywall Technician to join Empire Envelope in Edmonton, AB.
As the Drywall Technician you are responsible to install insulation and drywall and ensure all work meets Empire Envelope's quality and safety standards. You will also coordinate with Site Supervisors and team members to complete tasks efficiently, maintain accurate project documentation, and uphold professionalism when interacting with clients and trades.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Completing insulation and drywall installation and repairs for IPD.
• Interpret prints to determine location of IPD requirements.
• Moving materials and scaffolding as directed determining the most efficient route for travel each day.
• Maintaining site cleanliness during scope of work and organizing and cleaning shop for materials and supplies.
• Upholding and protecting the high-quality standards of Empire Envelope Ltd. and ensuring that all work performed meets or exceeds these standards.
• Representing Empire Envelope Ltd. when dealing with builders, homeowners, and trades.
• Tracking of hours and scope of work completed at every job for tracking and billing. This may include pictures, notes and description of work completed.
• Providing feedback and questions to direct manager regarding overall quality of work and/or site issues.
• Maintaining weekly vehicle inspections for general vehicle cleanliness and maintenance. Reporting any vehicle concerns upon notice.
• Ensuring hazard assessments are filled out, proper PPE is worn and safety concerns are reported.
• Working with all team members and divisions and completing additional small jobs as needed.

As our ideal candidate, you are ...

• A strong communicator; you clearly express your thoughts in conversation as well as write and present in a persuasive and influencing manner.
• A creative thinker; you identify new ideas, techniques and opportunities to improve performance and productivity.
• A leader; you develop and improve the skills of others through effective coaching and guidance.
• A creative problem solver; you think outside the box for solutions without fear of failure.
• High School Diploma.
• 1+ year of experience in insulation, drywall and general construction.
• Must be able to read and interpret blue prints.
• Physically able to kneel and crouch as well as lift, carry, push or pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence.
• Satisfactory verification of criminal record check and driver’s abstract.
• Comfortable using office equipment and Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with taping, texture and painting.
• Previous experience working for a homebuilder/drywall company is preferred.

Key Values

• Build trusting, productive working relationships.
• Take ownership of decisions and their outcomes.
• Collaborate openly, positively, and respectfully with others.
• Set and achieve clear, measurable goals.
• Commit to continuous learning and personal growth.
• Stay current and proficient in technical skills.

Working Conditions

You work primarily on-site in new homes with infrequent travel to the regional office. Work has exposure to noise from equipment/machinery and occupational hazards as well as dealing with inclement weather and dust. Overtime may occasionally be required

About Us

Empire Envelope, an established business unit of Qualico, is committed to satisfying customers throughout Alberta as we have been doing already for over 50 years. With operations in Edmonton and Calgary, we service all residential and commercial needs.
Our team is dedicated to being an industry leader and to building long‑lasting relationships with customers and their people. We seek to deliver exceptional service, on time and of the highest quality to all our customers.

Qualico welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Candidates being considered will be contacted. We thank you for your interest.