Drywall Taper

Work site environment

• At heights
• Dangerous
• Hot
• Noisy

Work setting

• Residential
• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Apply, level and smooth coats of plaster
• Clean and prepare surfaces
• Cure freshly plastered surfaces
• Fill joints, nail indentations, holes and cracks with joint compound using trowel and broad knife
• Finish corners and angles and create decorative designs in finish coat, if required
• Measure, cut, fit and install drywall sheets
• Mix plaster ingredients to desired consistency
• Mould and install ornamental plaster panels, cornices and trim
• Tape over joints using taping machine and embed tape in compound
• Install exterior and interior steel studs
• Install metal stud framing and furring for interior drywall or plaster walls and ceilings, using hand and power tools
• Prepare wall and ceiling layouts
• Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages
• Erect and install scaffolding, falsework and other working platforms

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Large workload
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

• Safety glasses/goggles
• Tools

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player