- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
Work site environment
At heightsDustyNoisy
Work setting
CommercialResidentialVarious locations
Tasks
Apply successive coats of compound and sand seams and jointsApply, level and smooth coats of plasterClean and prepare surfacesCut and install metal corner beads to protect exterior cornersFabricate and install suspended metal ceiling grids and place in panels to form acoustical and coffered ceilingsFill joints, nail indentations, holes and cracks with joint compound using trowel and broad knifeMeasure, cut, fit and install drywall sheetsSmooth out excess compound and allow coat to dryTape over joints using taping machine and embed tape in compoundCut openings in lath for heating and ventilation piping, ducts and electrical outletsInstall exterior and interior steel studsInstall metal stud framing and furring for interior drywall or plaster walls and ceilings, using hand and power toolsWork at heights, on scaffolding or swing stagesErect and install scaffolding, falsework and other working platforms
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Bending, crouching, kneelingHandling heavy loadsManual dexterityPhysically demandingRepetitive tasksStanding for extended periodsWalking
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability
DependabilityFlexibilityJudgementReliabilityTeam player
Employment terms options
Early morningEvening
Employment terms options
MorningDayWeekend
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 35 to 45 hours per week
