Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
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Supervise other workers
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Apply, level and smooth coats of plaster
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Clean and prepare surfaces
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Cure freshly plastered surfaces
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Cut and install metal corner beads to protect exterior corners
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Fabricate and install suspended metal ceiling grids and place in panels to form acoustical and coffered ceilings
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Fill joints, nail indentations, holes and cracks with joint compound using trowel and broad knife
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Finish corners and angles and create decorative designs in finish coat, if required
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Measure, cut, fit and install drywall sheets
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Mix plaster ingredients to desired consistency
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Mould and install ornamental plaster panels, cornices and trim
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Position and secure sheets to metal or wooden studs or joists
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Smooth out excess compound and allow coat to dry
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Spray acoustic or texture materials over walls and ceilings
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Tape over joints using taping machine and embed tape in compound
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Trowel or spray coats of stucco over exteriors of buildings to form weatherproof surfaces
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Install corner beads and wire mesh around beams to which plaster is to be applied
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Install metal stud framing and furring for interior drywall or plaster walls and ceilings, using hand and power tools
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Prepare wall and ceiling layouts
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Erect and install scaffolding, falsework and other working platforms
Experience and specialization
Surface preparation experience
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
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Hand-eye co-ordination
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Handling heavy loads
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Manual dexterity
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Repetitive tasks
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Attention to detail
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Ability to distinguish between colours
Weight handling
Personal suitability
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Reliability
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Team player
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Hardworking
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Time management
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Accountability
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Due diligence
Benefits
Other benefits
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Free parking available
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On-site amenities
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.