Summary Drywall Taper in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region
Find key facts and figures about working as a drywall taper. 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
$32.38/hour
Median wage in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region
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Prospects
Moderate
The job prospects are fair in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region
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Jobs
9 jobs
advertised in the Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region
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Competencies
- Setting Up
- Coordinating
- Instructing
- Monitoring
- Time Management
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