Drywall Technician

Wooten Company; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

ICHRA

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Supplemental benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Wooten Company seeks a skilled Drywall Technician to lead repairs, patching, and precision finishing across residential units. You will restore walls and ceilings, match textures, and deliver paint-ready surfaces during turnovers and service calls.

The ideal candidate demonstrates mastery in patching, sanding, texture matching (orange peel/knockdown), and interior painting with careful attention to detail and quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Proven drywall installation, finishing and texture matching skills.
• Ability to deliver invisible, high-quality repairs and seamless texture matching.
• Strong attention to detail and professional interior painting skills.

Responsibilities

• Repair drywall and perform patching, mudding, sanding for paint-ready surfaces.
• Match textures (orange peel, knockdown, smooth) for seamless repairs.
• Prep surfaces, prime, caulk, and apply paints during unit turns and service calls.
• Drive turnover by completing repairs efficiently and meeting deadlines.
• Manage service requests using property management software and document work.
• Maintain clean work areas and assist maintenance team as needed.

Skills

Drywall installation

Finishing & patching

Texture matching

Interior painting

Time management

Quality workmanship

Communication

Tools

Drywall tools

Painting equipment

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Drywall Technician to join our dedicated property management maintenance team. In this pivotal role, you will lead the repair, restoration, and precision finishing of interior walls and ceilings across our premier residential portfolio. The ideal candidate brings comprehensive technical expertise in patching, sanding, texturing, and painting, demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to craftsmanship and ensuring every unit turnover and service request meets our rigorous quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Drywall Repair & Precision Finishing: Execute superior drywall repairs, encompassing small patch repairs, large section restorations, taping, mudding, and meticulous sanding to achieve flawless, paint-ready surfaces.
• Texture Matching Mastery: Expertly match diverse existing wall finishes (including orange peel, knockdown, and smooth textures) to deliver seamless, undetectable repairs.
• Surface Preparation & Painting: Perform thorough surface prep-including priming, caulking, and minor structural repairs-and apply premium paint finishes to walls, ceilings, and trim during unit turns and service calls.
• Turnover Efficiency: Drive the unit turnover process by completing comprehensive wall repairs and painting efficiently, minimizing vacancy windows while maintaining exceptional standards.
• Work Order Management: Systematically manage assigned service requests utilizing property management software, ensuring accurate documentation, timely completion, and proper verification.
• Quality Assurance & Site Cleanliness: Maintain exemplary workplace cleanliness during and following repairs, ensuring work areas are left pristine and free of dust or debris for residents.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with maintenance teammates to support broader property initiatives and provide general maintenance assistance as operational needs dictate.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Technical Proficiency: Proven track record in professional drywall installation, finishing, and texture matching, with a demonstrated ability to deliver invisible, high-quality repairs.
• Painting Expertise: Advanced proficiency in interior painting techniques, including precise cut-in work, roller application, and detailed trim finishing.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional eye for detail and commitment to producing polished, professional results across all living spaces.
• Tools & Equipment: Full operational mastery of standard drywall tools (knives, mechanical sanders, straight edges) and painting apparatus (brushes, rollers, sprayers).
• Customer Service & Professionalism: Professional presentation and strong interpersonal skills when communicating and performing duties within occupied resident homes.
• Time Management: Strong organizational skills to prioritize multiple service calls and unit turnover schedules concurrently while adhering to firm deadlines.
• Software Literacy: Working knowledge of computer or mobile maintenance applications used for job tracking and task resolution.

Benefits

• Health Consumer Cooperative/ICHRA
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance(Company paid and Employee Paid)
• Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Time Off