Work site environment

Work setting

Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
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
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 acoustic tile, hangers for suspended ceilings and metal studs for composition wallboard or lath
Install corner beads and wire mesh around beams to which plaster is to be applied
Install vapour barriers and thermal and sound insulation
Prepare wall and ceiling layouts
Utilize laser alignment system
Estimate costs and materials

Are you available for shift or on-call work?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth