Summary Drywall Applicator in Canada
Find key facts and figures about working as a drywall applicator. The following information is applicable to all Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers and lathers (NOC 73102).
Description
Plasterers apply finish, and maintain and restore plaster or similar materials, on interior and exterior walls, ceilings and building partitions to produce plain or decorative surfaces. Drywall installers and finishers install and finish drywall sheets and various types of ceiling systems. Lathers install support framework for ceiling systems, interior and exterior walls and building partitions. They are employed by construction companies and by plastering, drywalling and lathing contractors, or they may be self-employed. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
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Requirements
Post-secondary or apprenticeship
This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of less than 2 years, or more than 6 months of on-the-job training.
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Wages
$31.00/hour
Median wage in Canada
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Prospects
Varies
The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.
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Jobs
712 jobs
advertised in Canada
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Competencies
- Quality Control Testing
- Coordinating
- Time Management
- Management of Material Resources
- Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
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