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Seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surface for painting or papering.
Construction & Architecture
Seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surface for painting or papering.
Construction & Architecture Industry
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Average
$48,970
ANNUAL
$23.54
HOURLY
Entry Level
$29,750
ANNUAL
$14.31
HOURLY
Mid Level
$47,230
ANNUAL
$22.71
HOURLY
Expert Level
$76,920
ANNUAL
$36.98
HOURLY
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Supporting Certifications
Degree Recommendations
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Spread sealing compound between boards or panels or over cracks, holes, nail heads, or screw heads, using trowels, broadknives, or spatulas.
02
Press paper tape over joints to embed tape into sealing compound and to seal joints.
03
Apply additional coats to fill in holes and make surfaces smooth.
04
Seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surfaces for painting or papering.
05
Spread and smooth cementing material over tape, using trowels or floating machines to blend joints with wall surfaces.
06
Sand or patch nicks or cracks in plasterboard or wallboard.
07
Mix sealing compounds by hand or with portable electric mixers.
08
Work on high ceilings, using scaffolding or other tools, such as stilts.
09
Select the correct sealing compound or tape.
10
Countersink nails or screws below surfaces of walls before applying sealing compounds, using hammers or screwdrivers.
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Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Building and Construction
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Mechanical
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Monitoring
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Time Management
SKILL
Critical Thinking
ABILITY
Near Vision
ABILITY
Arm-Hand Steadiness
ABILITY
Extent Flexibility
ABILITY
Manual Dexterity
ABILITY
Multilimb Coordination
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**Job Title**
Painter/Drywaller
**Location**
Full Time
**Job Description**
**Qualifications**
Full Time
**Pay:** $25 **Shift:** 5:30am - 1:30pm is typical. Start time usually between 5am-6am
**Location:** Currently doing work in North Phx
**Description**
Tenant Improvement projects
Build Temporary Walls
Metal Stud Framing
Drywall patching
Help oversee subcontractors
Change millwork in rooms
Build barriers
hang temporary plastic sheets to keep dust and construction mess separate from occupied hospital spaces
Safety - Keep a clean site, MSDS, conduct periodic safety audits and enforce safety rules, PPE, etc.
Task List - Keep one list of all tasks. List to be reviewed periodically, when items are completed cross them off
Follow project Schedule. Review schedule daily with subcontractors on-site. Confirm materials and labor availability of subcontractor.
Site Set up - Proper equipment on-site. Temp toilets, dumpster, data vault, drawing table, blue stake, etc.
Assist in the initial review of drawings
**Why Work Here?**
Lots of contracts lined up at Hospital in North Phx
Interior Construction - won't battle the heat
**Skills:**
framing, metal stud, Drywall, Drywall finishing, Drywall hanging
**Additional Skills & Qualifications:**
Experience in commercial carpentry
Experience with drywall hanging and finishing
Experience with metal stud framing
Must have their own tools
**About Aerotek:**
We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Full Time
Drywall Finisher
PeopleReady of Tucson, AZ is now hiring Drywall Finishers! As a Drywall Finisher, you will do a variety of work in different industries. A plasterer covering a wall, using a hawk (in his left hand, carrying some plaster) and finishing trowel (in his right hand, applying plaster to the wall). Hawks are most often used by plasterers, along with finishing trowels, to apply a smooth finish of plaster to a wall. Hawk and trowel, plaster, and painting experience needed. Construction renovation helper duties, from carrying tools, keeping different area rooms cleaned for carpenters and skilled workers, loading/unloading of trucks of materials like wood, metals, bolts. Frequent walking, lifting, and bending.
Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow.
As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:
* The freedom to work where you want, when you want and as often as you want.
* Next-day pay* for many of our open positions.
* The ability to choose long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions if you just want some extra cash.
* The ability to sign up for jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack!
Pay Rate:
The pay rate for this job is $17 / Hour
What you'll be doing as a Drywall Finisher:
* Construction renovation helper duties, from carrying tools, keeping different area rooms cleaned for carpenters and skilled workers
* Loading/unloading of trucks of materials like wood, metals, bolts.
* Frequent walking, lifting, and bending.
Available shifts:
Shift timings - All Available
Job requirements:
* Drywall/plaster finisher.
* Hawk and trowel, plaster, and painting experience.
Ready to take control of the way you work?
Complete our application to join the PeopleReady team today.
\#PriL
PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.
Full Time
Drywall Finisher
PeopleReady of Tucson, AZ is now hiring Drywall Finishers! As a Drywall Finisher, you will do a variety of work in different industries. A plasterer covering a wall, using a hawk (in his left hand, carrying some plaster) and finishing trowel (in his right hand, applying plaster to the wall). Hawks are most often used by plasterers, along with finishing trowels, to apply a smooth finish of plaster to a wall. Hawk and trowel, plaster, and painting experience needed. Construction renovation helper duties, from carrying tools, keeping different area rooms cleaned for carpenters and skilled workers, loading/unloading of trucks of materials like wood, metals, bolts. Frequent walking, lifting, and bending.
Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow.
As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:
* The freedom to work where you want, when you want and as often as you want.
* Next-day pay* for many of our open positions.
* The ability to choose long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions if you just want some extra cash.
* The ability to sign up for jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack!
Pay Rate:
The pay rate for this job is $17 / Hour
What you'll be doing as a Drywall Finisher:
* Construction renovation helper duties, from carrying tools, keeping different area rooms cleaned for carpenters and skilled workers
* Loading/unloading of trucks of materials like wood, metals, bolts.
* Frequent walking, lifting, and bending.
Available shifts:
Shift timings - All Available
Job requirements:
* Drywall/plaster finisher.
* Hawk and trowel, plaster, and painting experience.
Ready to take control of the way you work?
Complete our application to join the PeopleReady team today.
\#PriL
PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.
Full Time
Experienced Remodeler & Drywall Finisher
Full Time • Tucson
Company Overview
1-800 WATER DAMAGE is a trusted property restoration company serving customers across the nation. With locations spanning coast-to-coast, we help home and business owners return their property to its original condition while restoring what truly matters—health and safety.
Job Summary
The Remodeler & Drywall Finisher (Technician) will provide skilled repair work while learning the techniques required to perform professional mitigation & disaster response services for 1-800 Water Damage of Greater Tucson. These responses will include the removal of drywall, insulation, baseboard, subflooring, and flooring. The Repair Technician will work alongside field technicians as needed. Customer service experience is a requirement.
Working knowledge of drywall and stucco repair and the application of materials to complete assigned tasks, such as tape, texture, float to match existing finish. Experience with restoring surfaces.
Responsibilities
+ Perform skilled repair labor as assigned before, during, and after water mitigation and mold remediation has been performed.
+ Repair and replace drywall - match texture and sand/paint to match existing walls.
+ Install insulation to match the current.
+ Interior Painting.
+ Home remodeling and cabinet installation, repair
+ Install baseboard and paint and seal to match.
+ Repair subflooring and install the flooring to match: tile, carpet, and various types of wood flooring.
+ Install cabinets and/or toe kicks removed during water mitigation to match existing.
+ Manage multiple projects while assessing repairs needed to homes and accurately sourcing and purchasing materials for these projects.
+ Work independently or with an assistant and properly manage repair times and costs.
+ Show up on time for shifts, in proper uniform & well-groomed.
+ Technicians wear masks frequently. Facial hair cannot go outside the perimeter of the mask and must be well-groomed for the safety and health of the technician.
+ Technicians must provide their own pants in the color black or tan and boots.
+ Continued ongoing education and training for certifications related to the job.
+ Learn & practice commitment to customer service.
+ Fill out paperwork properly; (Timesheets, PO Forms, Field Checklist).
+ Monitor and document project costs and manages sub-contractors as needed.
+ Must be able to exercise good judgment & to understand & carry out written & or oral instructions, along with sound problem-solving ability.
Benefits
All full-time employees will have 2 paid national holidays off after 90 days of employment.
The company offers growth and career advancement through its incentive programs.
Company shirts and hats along with personal protective equipment will be provided to employees.
1-800 Water Damage of Greater Tucson currently offers Aflac options including dental and vision after 90 days. At this time medical insurance coverage is not provided.
1-800 Water Damage of Greater Tucson offers an incentive program upon successful completion of the following:
+ A technician will receive a $0.50 raise after 90 days with a satisfactory review.
+ A technician will receive an additional $0.50 raise after 180 days with a satisfactory review.
+ A technician will have bi-annual reviews with the chance for additional raises dependent on his/her progression while on the job.
+ All successful customer referrals from an employee will result in a $100 bonus.
+ Upon successful completion of a job-related certification outlined by the company, the technician will receive a $50-$100 bonus in the form of a gift card.
Qualifications
+ High School Diploma and/or college experience.
+ Must maintain a valid Driver’s License & maintain a good driving record.
+ Must be able to stand; walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel – reach with hands & arms and talk or hear.
+ Must be able to regularly lift and or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 lbs.
+ Must be able to pass a drug test and background check.
+ Must have basic tools for basic home repairs
Compensation: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour
Choose a Rewarding Career with 1-800 WATER DAMAGE
1-800 WATER DAMAGE is a trusted property restoration company serving customers across the nation. With locations spanning coast-to-coast, we help home and business owners return their property to its original condition, while restoring what truly matters—health and safety. Our team is fully vetted, IICRC-certified, and insured for your safety.
What We Do
We handle a range of restoration projects including emergency mitigation, water damage restoration (https://www.1800waterdamage.com/services/water-flood-damage-restoration/) , carpet cleaning, fire and smoke damage restoration, sewage cleanup, mold remediation (https://www.1800waterdamage.com/services/mold-damage-restoration/mold-removal-remediation/) , and much more. We understand how stressful this situation can be, which is why we are equipped to help you deal with insurance companies, property management, and the many other parties interested or involved with the damage. Our water damage technicians, sales teams, and administrative professionals take pride in helping others through home and commercial building restoration.
Our Values
Owned by the BELFOR Franchise Group, 1-800 WATER DAMAGE is dedicated to excellence. We provide services with a personal touch but are also backed by the expertise of an internationally renowned restoration company. Because clients are going through an extremely difficult and emotionally taxing time, we provide caring support, upfront communication, and effective services. We believe in full transparency, which is why we provide customized solutions and pricing upfront.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to 1-800-Water Damage Corporate.
Full Time
Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled tradesman to join our team. Our ideal candidate will have prior experience in the construction industry and expertise in patching and texturizing drywall, carpentry, painting and punch list management. The candidate should have excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. This role supports our self-perform crew. Duties/Responsibilities: Patching Drywall – Fill in holes, cracks, and other imperfections to a high standard. Carpentry – Construct and repair structures and objects using wood, drywall, and other materials. Measure and cut materials to precise specifications. Painting – Paint and finish surfaces to a high standard. Punchlist – Manage punch lists and ensure all work is completed to the required standard. Applicant Minimum Requirements: Valid Driver’s License Must be at least 18 years of age Must have reliable transportation to travel to and from work sites (Jobsites all over the valley) Must be willing to travel (Some out of state travel may be required on an as needed basis) Computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Benefits: Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience Company 401(k) match Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance at no cost to employee PTO Annual bonuses subject to company profitability and personal performance Employment Type: Full-Time Location: Greater Phoenix Area, AZ This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the position or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological development.) We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with Executive Order 11246.
Full Time
Construction & Architecture
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