Sheet Rocker / Drywaller – Commercial Construction

Purple Cow Recruiting; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, seeks an experienced Sheet Rocker / Drywaller for full-time commercial construction in Shakopee, MN. The role involves hanging, taping, mudding, sanding and finishing on active sites.

Candidates must have at least 5 years of drywall experience, ability to read blueprints and operate tools. Overtime is available; travel to multiple job sites is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of drywall/sheetrock experience required.
• Commercial drywall/sheetrock installation experience required.
• Hands‑on drywall hanging/taping/mudding/sanding/finishing experience required.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow project plans.
• Must travel to job sites and work variable schedules.

Responsibilities

• Hang and install drywall on commercial projects.
• Tape drywall joints and prepare surfaces for finishing.
• Mud and finish drywall to commercial standards.
• Read blueprints and follow project plans.
• Operate hand and power tools safely.
• Travel to job sites as required.

Skills

Sheetrock

Drywall

Blueprints

OSHA safety

Tool operation

Travel to sites

Tools

Aerial equipment

Skid steers

Forklifts

Job description

Description

Sheet Rocker / Drywaller – Commercial Construction | Shakopee, MN

Full-Time | On-Site | Commercial Construction

40–70 Hours Per Week | Overtime Available at 1.5×

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing
Call or Text: 272-230-3157

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Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is seeking an experienced Sheet Rocker / Drywaller for a full‑time commercial construction opportunity in Shakopee, Minnesota. This is a hands‑on field position for an experienced commercial drywaller with strong skills across the complete drywall process, including hanging, taping, mudding, sanding, and finishing.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Sheet Rocker / Drywaller will perform drywall, carpentry, and assigned construction tasks on active commercial job sites while maintaining high standards for quality and safety. This position requires an experienced tradesperson who can work effectively in a fast‑paced construction environment, read blueprints, safely operate jobsite tools and equipment, and assist less experienced team members as needed.

The position reports directly to the Lead Drywaller or Superintendent on site. Work schedules may range from approximately 40–70 hours per week depending on project demands and workload, with eligible overtime paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Hang and install drywall / sheetrock on commercial construction projects
• Tape drywall joints and prepare surfaces for finishing
• Apply mud / joint compound and complete required finishing work
• Sand and prepare drywall surfaces to commercial‑quality standards
• Paint drywall as assigned
• Perform carpentry and other assigned construction tasks
• Perform demolition as required
• Read and follow construction blueprints and project plans
• Operate hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Inspect and operate aerial equipment, skid steers, and forklifts
• Unload construction materials and equipment
• Properly store and stage materials for jobsite operations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite
• Follow company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and applicable construction‑site safety standards
• Apply sound judgment and problem‑solving skills to jobsite challenges
• Follow complex directions from the Lead Drywaller, Superintendent, and project leadership
• Assist and support less experienced team members as needed
• Maintain quality workmanship while meeting commercial project schedules and production expectations
• Travel to job sites as required

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work is performed on active commercial construction job sites
• Must be comfortable working in a high‑intensity construction environment
• Regular standing, walking on uneven surfaces, climbing, and kneeling required
• Regular lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Occasional lifting of up to 80 pounds
• Must be able to work in environments where temperature and noise levels fluctuate
• Must be able to safely wear all job‑required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Must have sufficient vision, hearing, and communication ability to safely work with coworkers and clients on active job sites

Requirements

• Minimum 5 Years of Drywall / Sheetrock Experience REQUIRED
• Commercial Drywall / Sheetrock Installation Experience REQUIRED
• Hands‑On Drywall Hanging Experience REQUIRED
• Hands‑On Drywall Taping Experience REQUIRED
• Hands‑On Mudding / Joint Compound Experience REQUIRED
• Hands‑On Drywall Sanding Experience REQUIRED
• Hands‑On Drywall Finishing Experience REQUIRED
• Strong Understanding of Commercial Construction Practices REQUIRED
• Ability to Read and Comprehend Blueprints REQUIRED
• Knowledge of Construction‑Site and OSHA Safety Practices REQUIRED
• Ability to Operate Hand and Power Tools REQUIRED
• Ability to Travel to Job Sites as Required REQUIRED
• Ability to Work a Variable Commercial Construction Schedule Based on Project Demands REQUIRED
• Ability to Regularly Lift Up to 50 Pounds and Occasionally Lift Up to 80 Pounds REQUIRED
• Ability to Work on Uneven Surfaces, Climb, Kneel, and Perform Physical Construction Work REQUIRED
• Ability to Wear Required Personal Protective Equipment REQUIRED
• Strong Judgment and Jobsite Problem‑Solving Skills REQUIRED
• Ability to Follow Complex Directions and Work Effectively Within a Commercial Construction Team REQUIRED
• Experience Operating Aerial Equipment, Skid Steers, and Forklifts Preferred
• Commercial Experience with Office, Retail, Institutional, Industrial, or Tenant Improvement Projects Preferred

IMPORTANT:

This is a hands‑on commercial drywall position. Candidates must have significant drywall experience and be able to perform the complete drywall scope, including hanging, taping, mudding, sanding, and finishing. Residential‑only experience without demonstrated commercial drywall experience does not meet the core requirements of this search.