Drywaller/Painter –Kamloops

On Side Restoration Services Ltd.; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 41,328 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health plan

Employee assistance program

RRSP matching

Job summary

A restoration service company in Kamloops is seeking an experienced Drywaller/Painter to help rebuild homes and businesses after disasters. You'll measure, cut, install, and repair drywall while applying textures and finishes that bring spaces to life. The role requires 5+ years of experience, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication skills. The company offers a comprehensive health plan, RRSP matching, and an employee assistance program, ensuring a supportive environment. Additionally, expect rotating after-hours on-call work.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of drywall repair experience (cutting, mudding, sanding, taping, painting).
• Experience with restoration repairs required.
• Physically fit for heavy lifting and long periods of kneeling/bending.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, install, and repair damaged drywall.
• Estimate the quantity of materials needed.
• Apply finishes and textures to walls.

Skills

Drywall repair experience

Restoration repairs

Level 5 drywall finishing

Brush/roller/spray gun experience

Construction experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Tech-savvy

Tools

Drywall tools

Job description

Compensation: $30–$34/ hour (full-time / permanent)

(This posting reflects an existing vacancy)

The Job – Drywaller/Painter

Join On Side Restoration as a Drywaller/Painter and help rebuild homes and businesses after disaster strikes. You’ll repair and finish drywall, apply textures, and bring spaces to life with fresh paint.

What you bring as a Drywaller/Painter

• 5+ years of drywall repair experience (cutting, mudding, sanding, taping, painting)
• Experience with restoration repairs (vs new or renovation)
• Level 5 drywall finishing technique
• Brush/roller/spray gun paint experience to finish the area for uniformity and completion
• Construction experience and tool proficiency: you have your own tools for the job
• Previous experience reading and executing work orders
• Leadership to guide helpers and train less experienced workers
• Physically fit: able to do heavy lifting (moving materials) and long periods of kneeling/bending/crouching/reaching
• Ability to work independently or in a team
• Tech‑savvy (comfortable using apps/software)
• Strong communication and people skills
• Detail‑oriented, quality‑driven, safety‑focused
• Valid driver’s licence and clean criminal record (we do check)
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and spoken

What you’re responsible for…

• Measure, cut, install, and repair damaged drywall
• Estimate the quantity of materials required by measuring surfaces, reviewing scopes, sketches and work orders
• Ceiling texture
• Tape, mud, sand, and texture surfacesPrepare and protect work sites
• Prepare surfaces and apply primers, paints, stains, or finishes
• Apply finishes that are sponged, ragged and layered
• Feathering/blending wall paint
• Stucco finishes/repairs
• Match colors and apply coatings using brushes, rollers, or spray guns
• Install wall coverings

Other stuff that’ll help you be successful but isn’t mandatory:

• Drywall Finisher or Plasterer ticket
• WHMIS
• First Aid

Of Note

Disasters can strike at any time so a rotating schedule of 24/7 after hours on‑call work is a requirement. Meaning you’ll work regular weekday hours and participate in a rotating after‑hours on‑call schedule.

What’s in it for you?

We also love that we’re able to provide an employee assistance program, RRSP matching and a comprehensive health plan which includes extended medical (ex. chiropractic, massage, acupuncture, vision) dental, long‑term disability (LTD) and life insurance. At On Side we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

*Artificial Intelligence is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this role