Drywall Finisher - Year-Round Work & Career Growth

Herb Ritsema Co.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off and sick time.

401(k) with company match

Power and specialty tools provided

Company provided uniforms

Company paid training and development

Year-round work

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Ritsema Associates in Michigan seeks an experienced Drywall Finisher for commercial interiors. You will perform all phases of drywall finishing on commercial projects, applying all levels with precision and using finishing tools.

You must work both independently and with others while maintaining safety and quality. Responsibilities include patching, measuring to blueprints, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring flawless finishes around openings.

Qualifications

• Proficient in reading tape measures and using basic carpentry tools.
• Basic math skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Must provide and maintain personal hand tools; power and specialty tools provided by employer.

Responsibilities

• Perform all phases of drywall finishing on commercial projects.
• Apply all 5 levels of drywall finishing with precision.
• Operate finishing tools including bazookas, banjos, flat/angle boxes, corner rollers, and power sanders.
• Install corner bead, trim beads, and reveal beads using string lines, lasers, squares, or straight edges.
• Patch and repair existing drywall to a like-new finish.
• Measure and mark surfaces according to blueprints and drawings.
• Inspect drywall for imperfections and identify areas needing correction.
• Select and apply appropriate joint compounds (quick-set, lightweight, or standard).
• Ensure smooth, seamless finishes free of visible joints, bubbles, or flaws.
• Maintain tight finishes around switches, receptacles, and other openings.
• Assist with drywall hanging and related carpentry tasks.
• Support installation of acoustical ceiling grid, exterior insulation and framing as needed.
• Arrive on time and ready to work at assigned job sites.
• Coordinate with general contractors and other subcontractors to meet project expectations.
• Represent the company professionally, ethically, and courteously.
• Follow instructions and ask for clarification when needed.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Carpentry basics

Math skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety focus

Personal hand tools

Tools

Bazookas

Banjos

Flat/angle boxes

Corner rollers

Power sanders

Job description

Ritsema Associates in Michigan seeks an experienced Drywall Finisher for commercial interiors. You will perform all phases of drywall finishing on commercial projects, applying all levels with precision and using finishing tools.

You must work both independently and with others while maintaining safety and quality. Responsibilities include patching, measuring to blueprints, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring flawless finishes around openings.