Drywall Taper

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Noisy

Work setting

• Residential

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Apply successive coats of compound and sand seams and joints
• Apply, level and smooth coats of plaster
• Clean and prepare surfaces
• Cure freshly plastered surfaces
• Cut and install metal corner beads to protect exterior corners
• Fill joints, nail indentations, holes and cracks with joint compound using trowel and broad knife
• Measure, cut, fit and install drywall sheets
• Mix plaster ingredients to desired consistency
• Position and secure sheets to metal or wooden studs or joists
• Smooth out excess compound and allow coat to dry
• Tape over joints using taping machine and embed tape in compound
• Attach metal or gypsum lath to studs or furring
• Cut openings in lath for heating and ventilation piping, ducts and electrical outlets
• Install corner beads and wire mesh around beams to which plaster is to be applied
• Install metal stud framing and furring for interior drywall or plaster walls and ceilings, using hand and power tools

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Drywall Finisher Trade Certification
• Lather Red Seal Certificate
• Occupational Health and Safety Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• Lather Trade Certification
• Plasterer Trade Certification

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Hard hat
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Tools

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player