Manufacturing Technician

DPR Construction; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a drywall installer to join our on-site team. You will install gypsum panels, frame walls, and ensure precise fitting and secure attachment while upholding safety and quality standards on active project sites.

You will collaborate with journeymen and supervisors, maintain productivity, and adapt to evolving site requirements to help deliver project goals on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited apprenticeship program or 2–4 years drywall experience.
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification preferred; completion within 6 months of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Installs metal stud framing and drywall panels with accurate measurement and secure attachment.
• Inspects finished work for smoothness and alignment per project specs.
• Coordinates with other trades to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion.
• Keeps accurate records of materials used and progress for reporting and inventory.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary

Installs drywall systems to create smooth, durable surfaces that support project quality and design standards. Applies working technical knowledge to perform framing and ensure accurate fitting, secure attachment, and consistent finishing of gypsum panels. Collaborates with team members and supervisors to coordinate installation activities and resolve routine challenges. Contributes to project efficiency by maintaining productivity, safety, and attention to detail throughout all phases of drywall work. Enhances team outcomes by supporting a positive, solutions-oriented work environment and adapting to evolving site requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Installs metal stud framing and drywall panels, ensuring accurate measurement, cutting, and secure attachment to framing.
• Inspects completed work for smoothness, alignment, and adherence to project specifications, addressing deficiencies as needed.
• Coordinates with other trades and team members to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Maintains accurate records of materials used and progress for reporting and inventory purposes.
• Identifies and communicates installation or finishing challenges to leadership for resolution.
• Ensures work areas are kept clean, organized, and safe throughout all phases of drywall installation and finishing.

Education Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience

Completion of an accredited apprenticeship program or equivalent experience in drywall or 2 - 4 years of experience in drywall installation, finishing, or a related field required.

Certifications and Licenses

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction certification preferred. OSHA 10 program completion within 6 months of hire is required.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you’ll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.