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Join Our Team as a Drywall Finisher!

Company: 604 Drywall Ltd.

Location: Halifax, NS

Job Category: Skilled Trades and Labour

Salary: $29.00 to $32.00 hourly (to be negotiated)

About the Job

Are you a skilled Drywall Finisher looking for a permanent position with a dynamic company? At 604 Drywall Ltd., we are seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to work in both commercial and residential settings, with a focus on delivering high-quality finishes that our clients can be proud of.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply successive coats of compound and sand seams and joints.
• Clean and prepare surfaces for finishing.
• 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.
• Finish corners and angles and create decorative designs in finish coat, if required.
• Mix plaster ingredients to the desired consistency.
• Mould and install ornamental plaster panels, cornices, and trim.
• Smooth out excess compound and allow coats to dry.
• Tape over joints using a taping machine and embed tape in compound.
• Cut openings in lath for heating and ventilation piping, ducts, and electrical outlets.
• Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages.
• Erect and install scaffolding, falsework, and other working platforms.

Work Environment

As a Drywall Finisher, you will work in various environments, including:

• Commercial and residential settings
• At heights
• Potentially dangerous, dusty, and noisy conditions

Physical Requirements

This role is physically demanding and requires:

• Bending, crouching, and kneeling
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Handling weights up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
• Working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines

Qualifications

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 to 48 hours per week
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 2 to less than 3 years in drywall finishing

Personal Suitability

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Client-focused and dependable
• Excellent communicators with strong judgment
• Flexible and reliable team players

Inclusivity and Support

At 604 Drywall Ltd., we value diversity and are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all. We provide:

• Support for newcomers and refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Awareness training for youth to foster a welcoming work environment
• Cultural competency training for Indigenous workers
• Hiring policies that discourage discrimination against visible minorities

Why Join Us?

At 604 Drywall Ltd., you will be part of a dedicated team that values quality workmanship and fosters a positive work culture. If you are ready to take your drywall finishing skills to the next level, we want to hear from you!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.