Drywall Finisher
Seals joints between plasterboard or other
wallboards to prepare wall surface for painting or papering.
Mixes sealing compound by hand or with portable
using trowel, broadknife, or spatula. Presses paper tape over
joint to embed tape into compound and seal joint or tapes joint,
using mechanical applicator that spreads compound and embeds tape
in one operation. Spreads and smooths cementing material over
tape, using trowel or floating machine to blend joint with wall
surface. Sands rough spots after cement has dried. Fills cracks
and holes in walls and ceiling with sealing compound. May
install metal molding at corners in lieu of sealant and tape.
May apply texturing compound and primer to walls and ceiling
preparatory to final finishing, using brushes, roller, or spray
gun.
Workers should be able to: Direct or plan an
activity; Attain set limits or standards; Do simple arithmetic
accurately; See differences in form and surfaces; and make
decisions based on measurable standards. Physically, workers
must be able to: See well (naturally or with correction); Climb
and/or maintain balance; Stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; Reach
for, handle, and manipulate objects; Lift objects weighing up to
100 pounds or more; and work at heights. Completion of
apprenticeship program required.
The above description covers the principal duties and
responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however,
be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous,
incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to
day.