Drywall Installer

2 weeks ago


Amherst, Canada First Onsite Full time

**First Onsite** is seeking to hire a **full-time Drywall Installer** to help rebuild homes and businesses for our residential and commercial customers after fire or flood emergencies. Do you have previous experience in restoration or construction? Are you looking to** build a successful career** while **rebuilding lives**? If so, keep reading

**Position Summary**:
The Drywall Installer (DI) has knowledge of materials, methods and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures and builds, applies, or fastens interior and exterior wall boards or wall coverings in residential, commercial, and other structures.

**Responsibilities**:

- Measures and installs drywall panels to accommodate electrical outlets, air-conditioning units and plumbing.
- Possesses skills with power and non-power tools to saw, drill, or cut holes in panels.
- Installs blanket insulation between studs and tacks plastic moisture barrier over insulation.
- Removes plaster, drywall, or paneling, using crowbar and hammer.
- Assembles and installs metal framing and decorative trim for windows, doorways and vents.
- Reads blueprints and other specifications to determine method of installation, work procedures and material and tool requirements.
- Lays out reference lines and points, computing position of framing and marking position.
- Installs horizontal and vertical metal or wooden studs for attachment of wallboard on interior walls.
- Estimates the quantity of materials needed to complete a job and length of time needed to complete the job.
- Practices good housekeeping discipline on the job to ensure a safe, non-cluttered workplace

**Additional Requirements**
- Minimum 1 year of drywall experience.
- Courses or certifications from trade schools or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures
- Ability to pass a background check
- Valid drivers' license
- Availability for scheduled on-call and after-hour shifts
- Ability to complete work activities which may include physical labour, material handling and lifting, climbing ladders, wearing a respirator, and working in tight spaces (attics, basements, and crawlspaces)

Are you able to work independently? Do you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills? Can you work collaboratively with construction crews? Are you service-oriented? Is safety important to you? Do you project a professional appearance and attitude? If so, you may be perfect for this position

**ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?