Skilled Plasterer for Campus Buildings & Historic Spaces

University of Wisconsin-Madison; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

The Plasterer position at the Division of Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) Finishing Shop at University of Wisconsin–Madison maintains safety and appearance of facilities, performing plastering on walls and ceilings, renovation, and maintenance across campus, collaborating with multiple trade groups.

Reading blueprints, applying and removing plaster, and ensuring safe, operable institutional facilities are core duties.

Qualifications

• Completion of a registered apprenticeship program approved by the Department of Workforce Development as a Plasterer OR 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Experience working in institutional settings.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled plastering work according to established trade standards and applicable building and safety codes.
• Reviews finished projects with client/customer. Maintains records and reports of work status and completion according to established deadlines and expectations.
• Cleans work area upon completion of projects according to established guidelines and expectations.
• May supervise assistants during project work as needed.
• Interprets blueprints and drawings to determine specifications and to calculate the materials and equipment required. Discusses project plan with customer/client.
• Gathers materials, prepares work area, and maintains equipment and supplies needed for jobs.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Customer communication

Verbal and written communication

Institutional experience

Education

Journeyman Card or 3 years of equivalent work experience

Job description

The Plasterer position at the Division of Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) Finishing Shop at University of Wisconsin–Madison maintains safety and appearance of facilities, performing plastering on walls and ceilings, renovation, and maintenance across campus, collaborating with multiple trade groups.

Reading blueprints, applying and removing plaster, and ensuring safe, operable institutional facilities are core duties.