Finisher - Charleston

Rock Spring Contracting, LLC; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Rock Spring Contracting, LLC is seeking a Drywall Finisher to seal joints, repair cracks, and smooth surfaces on walls and ceilings to ready them for final finishing. You will read blueprints, operate finishing tools, and uphold safety while delivering high-quality finishes on schedule.

A physically fit candidate with basic math skills and sound problem-solving abilities is preferred to ensure efficient, high-quality work in a demanding construction environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in drywall and ceiling finishing tools and materials.
• Ability to read construction blueprints.
• Aware of safety guidelines.
• Basic math skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Physically capable of long hours.

Responsibilities

• Join panels using tape and plaster.
• Repair cracks and damage to drywall panels.
• Conceal imperfections or irregularities in surface.
• Layer plaster or spackle with trowels to create a flat surface.
• Sand rough areas to create a smooth surface.
• Skim the surface with a final layer of plaster for finishing.
• Manage and maintain all required equipment.
• Keep supervisor updated on progress and issues.
• Ensure safe and effective use of equipment and materials.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Drywall finishing knowledge

Safety guidelines

Basic math

Problem solving

Physical fitness

Tools

Tape

Plaster

Trowel

Sander

Job description

Job Duties and Tasks for Drywall Finisher

As a drywall finisher, your duties will include sealing joints, repairing cracks, and smoothing imperfections on walls and ceilings to create surfaces that are suitable for final treatment. You should also ensure that all supplies are used safely.

To be successful as a drywall finisher, you should be able to complete tasks efficiently while maintaining a high quality of work. Ultimately, an excellent drywall finisher will utilize sound techniques to produce high-quality drywall finishes on time.

• Joining drywall panels using tape and plaster.
• Repairing cracks and any other damage to the drywall panels.
• Concealing any imperfections or exposed irregularities in the drywall surface.
• Layering plaster or spackle with trowels to create a flat surface.
• Sanding down rough areas on the wall to create a smooth surface.
• Skimming the surface with a final layer of plaster in preparation for finishing work.
• Managing and maintaining all the required equipment for the job.
• Keeping your supervisor abreast of your progress and reporting any job-related issues.
• Ensuring that all equipment and materials are used safely and effectively.

Drywall Finisher Requirements:

• Good knowledge of the tools, materials, and methods used in drywall and ceiling finishing.
• Ability to interpret construction blueprints.
• Knowledge of the applicable safety guidelines.
• Basic math skills.
• Good problem-solving abilities.
• Physically fit and able to work long hours.