drywall taper

Overview

Languages

English

Education

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No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

2 years to less than 3 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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Apply, level and smooth coats of plaster

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Cure freshly plastered surfaces

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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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Finish corners and angles and create decorative designs in finish coat, if required

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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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Cut openings in lath for heating and ventilation piping, ducts and electrical outlets

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Install acoustic tile, hangers for suspended ceilings and metal studs for composition wallboard or lath

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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

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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Bending, crouching, kneeling

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Handling heavy loads

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Manual dexterity

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Repetitive tasks

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Standing for extended periods