About the role
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work site environment: Dusty. Hot. Noisy. Tasks: Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements . Instruct apprentices. Cut and install metal corner beads to protect exterior corners. Fabricate and install suspended metal ceiling grids and place in panels to form acoustical and coffered ceilings. Fill joints, nail indentations, holes and cracks with joint compound using trowel and broad knife. Measure, cut, fit and install drywall sheets. Position and secure sheets to metal or wooden studs or joists. Smooth out excess compound and allow coat to dry. Install metal stud framing and furring for interior drywall or plaster walls and ceilings, using hand and power tools. Estimate costs and materials. Supervision: 3-4 people. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Hand-eye co-ordination. Physically demanding. Standing for extended periods. Weight handling: Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs). Up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Personal suitability: Judgement. Team player. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Shift. Morning. Day. Overtime available.